The Spirit of the Zoroastrian Religion (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169209596)

The Spirit of the Zoroastrian Religion is a book written by Henry S. Olcott, an American journalist, and founder of the Theosophical Society. The book explores the history and teachings of the ancient Zoroastrian religion, which originated in Persia (modern-day Iran) around 3,500 years ago. Olcott delves into the fundamental beliefs of Zoroastrianism, which revolve around the concept of good and evil, and the ultimate triumph of good over evil. He also discusses the role of the prophet Zarathustra (Zoroaster), who is considered the founder of the religion, and the importance of fire in Zoroastrian rituals and worship. The book also explores the influence of Zoroastrianism on other religions, including Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Olcott argues that many of the fundamental concepts and practices of these religions can be traced back to Zoroastrianism. Overall, The Spirit of the Zoroastrian Religion provides a detailed and insightful look into one of the world's oldest and most influential religions. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion and the development of human spirituality.THIS 54 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Theosophy: Religion and Occult Science, by Henry S. Olcott. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564593908.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: Henry S. Olcott
ISBN-10: 1169209599
ISBN-13: 9781169209596
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 54
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.25d