Essays (Classic Reprint): On the Sacred Language, Writings, and Religion of the Parsis: On the Sacred Language, Writings, and Religion of the Parsis (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore the sacred language, writings, and religion of the Parsis and their ancient Zoroastrian heritage.

This edition presents a concise, readable history of the Parsis’ sacred writings and religious traditions. It surveys the development of their language, offers a translation of the Zend-Avesta, and provides a focused look at Zoroastrian beliefs, origins, and practice. The volume also includes a biographical memoir and serves as a bridge between early scholarship and modern understanding.

What you’ll experience

• Historical background on how the Parsis engaged with their sacred texts.


• Discussion of the languages used in Parsi scriptures and how they relate to broader Indo-Iranian traditions.


• A translation and analysis of the Zend-Avesta, with context for readers new to Zoroastrian literature.


• Insights into the origin and development of Zoroastrian religion, viewed through a scholarly lens.

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