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Will the Fire go out?
Is the Zoroastreian religion, the world's oldest monotheistic faith, on the brink of extinction?

Zoroastrianism
A brief introduction to Zoroastrianism, from your Alternative Religions guide.

The Farohar (Faravahar)
Learn the meaning of this important Zoroastrian emblem.

Farvardyn
A primarily Zoroastrian site, Farvardyn contains information on a variety of ancient Persian faiths, religious texts, fonts, and picture galleries.

What sets Zoroastrian Iranis apart
Differences between earlier and later Zoroastrian migrants in India.

Oldest Prophetic religion struggles for survival
From an article in the Christian Science Monitor about the dwindling numbers of Zoroastrians in India. Details the current controversies about mixed marriages and acceptance of converts.

The Magians
E#xplores the history of the Magi, or Zoroastrian priesthood of Persia.

Vohu Manah
Dicusses the concepts of Vohu Manah (Good Mind) and Aramaiti (Serenity) in the Gathas.

Good Thoughts, Good Words, Good Deeds
A page of pictures, links and resources for Zoroastrians, including email lists and recipes, prayers, calendars, and articles.

Zarathustra
Terrific site, organized into sections: Links to cyber-temples, scripture, and art galleries; plus lots of articles about the Zoroastrian views on reincarnation and the afterlife, terrorism, and other topics.

The Temple of Zoroaster
Excellent learner's site details Zoroastrian belief, the life of Zoroaster, and lots of links.

World of traditional Zoroastrianism
A very good overview of modern Zoroastrian beliefs, followed by several dozen articles, including many on the interfaith marriage controversy.

The Zarathustrian Assembly
Lots of articles on various topics of Zoroastrian belief, and the complete Gathas, indexed chapter by chapter. Best are the descriptions of initiation into the religion and into the priesthood.

Zoroastrian community Center
Resources for Zoroastrians, including children's prayers, live news, email, and matrimonial services.