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Ahura

American  
[ah-hoo-ruh] / ˈɑ hʊ rə /

noun

Zoroastrianism, Hinduism.
  1. generic title for benevolent deities in Zoroastrianism or evil deities in Hinduism.


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At some appointed time in the future, Ahura Mazda would overcome the forces of Angra Mainu, and the followers of evil would face judgment and punishment for their crimes.

From Textbooks ● Apr. 19, 2023

At its core, Zoroastrianism emphasizes a never-ending battle between good and evil — a contest between the religion’s God, Ahura Mazda, and an evil spirit, Ahriman.

From Seattle Times ● Jul. 1, 2022

Because the great kings believed that they were the earthly representatives of Ahura Mazda, they claimed that the expansion of the empire would bring the final triumph of good over evil sooner.

From Textbooks ● Jan. 1, 2020

After ten years of mystical communion with Ahura Mazda, but with no success in getting converts, he finally came to court.

From Time Magazine Archive

To thy kingdom and thy truth, I offer praise, Ahura, Asha.

From The History of Antiquity Vol. V. by Max Duncker

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