We often simplify our Zoroastrian religion as one that’s based on ‘Humata, Hukhata, Huvarshta’ – the three Avestan words which encapsulate the tri-ethical goals: ‘Good Thoughts, Good Words and Good Deeds’. Daily, during the Kusti ritual when reciting the Jasa-me avanghe Mazda prayer, we affirm: “āstuye humatem mano, āstuye hukhtem vacho, āstuye huvarshtem shyaothnem”, meaning: […]
ZAPANJ (Zoroastrian Association of Pennsylvania and New Jersey) Religious Class marked Mother’s Day with a heartfelt celebration last Saturday, bringing together children, parents and community members to honour the love, strength and dedication of mothers. The gathering reflected on the invaluable role mothers play in nurturing families and shaping future generations of Zoroastrians. Participants highlighted […]
Dear Editor, A lot of unverified narratives are being posted on Instagram and FB (some anonymously) about 2 Pet Dogs whom the pet owner refers as her babies. As a member of the Parsi community, and one who was present at most times while the incident unfolded, I take this opportunity to present factual account […]
Dear Readers, This week, as we mark the most auspicious Adar Mahino, Adar Roj on 20th April, let’s take a moment to step back and reconnect with what it is about this holy fire that that truly guides us beyond the ritual and the routine. For us, fire is a living reminder of how to […]
By Er. Sarosh Y. Mobedjina April 20th, 2026 (Shahenshahi Mah Adar, Roj Adar) marks one of the most sacred moments in the Zoroastrian calendar – the symbolic birth of Fire, the most revered and enduring symbol of our faith. To us, fire, or Atash, is a living expression of divine truth, purity and the eternal […]
Dear Readers, In a world that constantly urges us to do more, consume more, react more and be more, the innate Zoroastrian ethos of moderation feels almost radical. And yet, it stands as a timeless cornerstone of our faith, reinforcing that true power lies in balance, restraint and conscious living. Zoroastrian philosophy has always anchored […]
-By Tinaz Mistry Spring cleaning for the Festival of Spring, or Navroz, is serious business in our community. From Nanachowk to Navsari, from Colaba to Canada, from Dadar to Detroit – Parsi households prepare for Navroz with admirable zeal – Cupboards are emptied. Walls and windows are washed, fans are wiped, porcelain and silverware coaxed […]
– Mehernosh J. Sahukar – We live in an era where a single thought can become a post, a single word can travel across continents in seconds, and a single deed can be amplified or attacked before sunset. Social media has given us a public voice, a platform and a permanent record. In this digital […]
Kashmira Shaw The word miracle conjures thoughts of holy people and God. In ancient times, people felt deeply connected to the Divine, believing it enabled extraordinary acts and sacred communion. Where faith, purity and sincerity exist, grace follows. Miracles still unfold in our lives, yet we rarely pause to notice them. Absorbed in routine and […]
– Understanding When Holding On Hurts More Than Letting Go – We’ve all been there… replaying a heated argument with a family member during a festival gathering, nursing the pain of a friend’s betrayal, or carrying the weight of old wounds that refuse to heal. Countless individuals have struggled with a question that’s deeply personal […]
In this New year 2026 let us strive to be sensitive to the fact that everything and everyone is linked in a vast web of relationships – biologically, chemically, socially and spiritually – where actions have ripple effects, forming a complex, interdependent system of shared existence and responsibility rather than isolation. Let this fundamental truth […]