Ormazd
Definition
Proper noun * Ahura Mazda, the supreme deity in Zoroastrianism: Ormazd is the name for the creator god, the source of all light, wisdom, and goodness, who is in eternal opposition to the destructive spirit, Ahriman.
Usage Notes
- Historical/Religious Context: "Ormazd" is an older, Anglicized form derived from the Middle Persian name for the deity, used primarily in historical and academic texts about Zoroastrianism. In modern religious and scholarly contexts, the original Avestan name Ahura Mazda is more commonly used.
- Capitalization: As a proper noun referring to a specific deity, it is always capitalized: .
Examples
- In Zoroastrian cosmology, Ormazd represents the principle of good, truth, and order.
- The prophet Zoroaster taught that the purpose of human life is to align oneself with Ormazd through good thoughts, words, and deeds.
- Ancient texts describe Ormazd as the creator of the universe and the source of all light.
Advanced Usage
- Dualistic Framework: The term is almost exclusively used within the context of Zoroastrian dualism, highlighting the cosmic struggle between Ormazd (good) and Ahriman (evil).
- The conflict between Ormazd and Ahriman is central to Zoroastrian theology.
Variants and Related Words
- Ahura Mazda: The original and more precise name for the same supreme deity.
- Ohrmezd: Another historical variant spelling.
- Ahriman (Proper noun): The destructive spirit, the embodiment of evil and darkness, who is the adversary of Ormazd.
Synonyms
- The Wise Lord (a direct translation of "Ahura Mazda")
- The Creator (in the specific context of Zoroastrianism)
- The principle of good/light (when described philosophically)
Antonyms
- Ahriman: The destructive spirit, the embodiment of evil, darkness, and deceit in Zoroastrianism.
Noun
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chief deity of Zoroastrianism; source of light and embodiment of good
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