Er. Zarrir Bhandara shares timeless nuggets of wisdom from our Zoroastrian religion, exploring its spiritual insights, ethical teachings and relevance in today’s world. Whether drawn from the Gathas, sacred traditions, or the lived experiences of the Zoroastrian community, each piece of wisdom serves as a guiding light in the journey of life, continuing to inspire […]
PT: How did we start the practice of wearing the Sudreh and Kusti? What is the relevant vow made during our Navjote ceremony? Er. Ramiyar: Wearing the Sudreh and Kusti is an ancient practice introduced by King Jamshed, even before the times of prophet Zarathushtra. Navjote is the ritual in which a Zoroastrian child is […]
. Sudreh and Kusti – Covenant Between Man and God . As Zarathushtra moved from village to village, city to city, he explained at length the importance of the Navjote ceremony and the open declaration of faith called for from each individual. He said,“Either you are for the True God or you are not, the […]