Ahura Mazda

American

noun

Zoroastrianism.

the supreme creative deity, the creator of Gayomart whose omnipotence is challenged by Angra Mainyu.

Ahura Mazda British

/ əˈhʊərə ˈmæzdə /

noun

Zoroastrianism another name for Ormazd

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The kings of Persia were honored as the earthly representatives of the Persian god Ahura Mazda and commanded a large army of subject peoples from around the empire.

From Textbooks • Apr. 19, 2023

Zoroastrian iconography is based on images of fire and water in devotion to the creator god Ahura Mazda.

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

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

Now, by Ahura Mazda, I have indeed forgiven thee.

From Marzio's Crucifix and Zoroaster by Crawford, F. Marion (Francis Marion)

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