zoroaster
Definition
Proper noun * The founder of Zoroastrianism: Zoroaster is the name of the ancient Iranian prophet and religious teacher who established the religion known as Zoroastrianism. He is considered its central figure and the author of its core texts, the Gathas.
Usage
- The name "Zoroaster" is used to refer specifically to the historical or religious figure.
- It is always capitalized as it is a proper noun.
- Example:
Advanced Usage
- Zoroastrian (adj): Of or relating to Zoroaster or the religion he founded.
- Example: The Zoroastrian concept of a single supreme god influenced later monotheistic religions.
- Zoroastrianism (n): The monotheistic religion founded by Zoroaster, characterized by the worship of Ahura Mazda and a dualistic cosmology of good versus evil.
- Example: Zoroastrianism was once the state religion of the ancient Persian empires.
Variants and Related Words
- Zarathustra: The original Avestan name for Zoroaster, often used in scholarly and philosophical contexts.
- Example: Friedrich Nietzsche's philosophical work "Thus Spoke Zarathustra" uses the prophet's name as a literary device.
Synonyms
- Zarathustra (n): The original name for the prophet.
- Prophet of Iran (n): A descriptive synonym referencing his role and region.
Noun
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Persian prophet who founded Zoroastrianism (circa 628-551 BC)
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