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Bagli, Jehan – Teaching Theology & Religion, 2006
This essay traces the development of the Zarathushtrian (Zoroastrian) priesthood from the time of the prophet Zarathushtra, through the Median priestly tribe as Magi, and the Macedonian and Arab invasions. This sets the stage for the separation of the Zarathushti priesthood between Iran and India and the generation of independent training methods.…
Descriptors: Student Attitudes, Foreign Countries, Religious Cultural Groups, Clergy
Boyce, Mary – 1977
Zoroastrianism, an ancient religion dating back to the Iranian Stone Age, is still practiced in areas of Iran and India. Following centuries of oppression under Muslim rule in Iran, the adherents are located today in remote areas and only recently have welcomed unbelievers into their fire temples to view the sacred fire (Atash Bahram) and the…
Descriptors: Culture, Higher Education, Instructional Materials, Religion