A Brief Sketch Of The Zoroastrian Religion And Customs: An Essay (1893) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781436719124)

A Brief Sketch Of The Zoroastrian Religion And Customs: An Essay is a book written by Ervad Sheriarji Dadabhai Bharucha in 1893. This book presents a comprehensive overview of the Zoroastrian religion and customs, which is one of the oldest religions in the world. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the history, beliefs, and practices of the Zoroastrian faith, including its origins, the role of its prophet Zoroaster, and its influence on other religions.The book also explores the customs and traditions of the Zoroastrian community, including their social structure, marriage and family life, and religious festivals. The author discusses the various rituals and ceremonies that are an integral part of the Zoroastrian faith, such as the Yasna, the Gahambar, and the Navjote.Throughout the book, Bharucha emphasizes the importance of the Zoroastrian religion in shaping the cultural and social identity of the Parsi community, who are the followers of this faith in India. The author also highlights the challenges faced by the Zoroastrian community in modern times, including the decline in the number of followers and the need to preserve their cultural heritage.Overall, A Brief Sketch Of The Zoroastrian Religion And Customs: An Essay is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about this ancient religion and its impact on the world. It provides a detailed and insightful analysis of the Zoroastrian faith, its customs, and its role in shaping the cultural identity of the Parsi community.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Ervad Sheriarji Dadabhai Bharucha
ISBN-10: 1436719127
ISBN-13: 9781436719124
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/29/2008
Pages: 112
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.23d