Ormuzd

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • Ahura Mazda, the supreme deity in Zoroastrianism: Ormuzd is the name for the benevolent creator god and the source of all good, light, and truth in the Zoroastrian faith. He is in constant opposition to the destructive spirit, Ahriman.
Examples of Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • In Zoroastrian cosmology, Ormuzd represents the principle of good.
    • The prophet Zoroaster taught that human beings must choose to align themselves with Ormuzd.
Advanced Usage
  • "The dualism of Ormuzd and Ahriman": This phrase refers to the central Zoroastrian concept of the cosmic struggle between the supreme good deity (Ormuzd) and the supreme evil spirit (Ahriman).
    • The ancient texts describe the eternal conflict between Ormuzd and Ahriman.
Variants and Related Words
  • Ahura Mazda (proper noun): The more common and original Avestan name for the same supreme deity. "Ormuzd" is a later Persian derivation.
    • Ahura Mazda is often depicted with a winged symbol.
  • Ahriman (proper noun): The destructive spirit, the opponent of Ormuzd in Zoroastrian dualism.
Synonyms
  • The Wise Lord: A direct translation of the meaning of "Ahura Mazda."
  • God of Light: Describes his role as the source of light and goodness.
Noun
  1. chief deity of Zoroastrianism; source of light and embodiment of good

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