What is Time? Is it real? Did it begin with the universe? If Time itself had a beginning, can we meaningfully ask what came before it? Who created Ahura Mazda? Is Ahura Mazda Khu-da or self-created? Who created evil? Why does an all-powerful Ahura Mazda allow the persistence of evil? These are questions that have […]
London-based, practising Mobed and entrepreneur, Er. Varun Balsara has combined faith with technology to create ‘Roj’, a free web App bringing Zoroastrian calendars, prayers, audio and English translations together on one convenient digital platform. The co-founder of technology company Voltik, Er. Varun Balsara shared that ‘Roj’ was born from a simple observation: there was no […]
Zoroastrianism is fundamentally reflective and contemplative. It encourages conscious reflection that leads to ethical actions. The Gatha of Asho Zarathushtra lays great emphasis on thinking, questioning, discerning and choosing. While having faith is important, Zarathushtra encourages us to use our mind intelligently rather than surrendering judgment to blind faith. Our approach to every situation in […]
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 […]
In Zoroastrianism, wrath is viewed as a destructive, chaotic reaction that stems from Angra Mainyu, which is our own dark or negative mentality. In later Pahlavi texts, wrath is viewed as a demonic force that stems from Ahriman the evil and destructive spirit. In fact, the presiding spirit or demon of wrath is called Aeshmain […]
-By Mehernaz Irani Every Parsi New Year begins with hope. We clean our homes, don fresh clothes, decorate our tables with the symbolic ses, visit the Agiary to offer prayers, exchange heartfelt wishes of Saal Mubarak and gather with family and loved ones to celebrate togetherness and festive delicacies. Yet at the heart of these […]
The much-loved Crispy Doodles Calendar returns for its sixth consecutive year, bringing Parsi homes worldwide a colourful blend of faith, tradition and creativity. This year’s edition carries a timely environmental theme, featuring inspiring quotes from the Avesta that encourage greater care and respect for the world around us. Alongside marking the Roj’s hamkaras and significant […]
By Arzan Wadia Nearly a thousand Zarthushtis gathered in Oakville, Ontario, for a historic milestone in the life of the Ontario Zoroastrian Community Foundation (OZCF), the opening ceremony of the new OZCF Atashkadeh, on 2nd August, 2026. The day also marked a landmark occasion for Zoroastrians across North America. The Atashkadeh stands on OZCF’s 10-acre property […]
As children, many of us first learnt reverence not from books, but by watching our parents and grandparents taking us to the Agiary, to bow before the Padshah Saheb. Heads instinctively covered. Voices softened. The hurried pace of life somehow left outside the door. Looking back, I realise those moments were teaching us something far […]
PT’s ‘Parsi Pulse’ brings you the thoughts and opinions voiced by community members across generations, sharing their perspectives on matters that affect, inspire and shape us. From the wisdom of our elders to the fresh outlook of our youth, Parsi Pulse offers an open platform that reflects the diverse experiences and opinions within our small […]
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 […]