The Zend-Avesta, The Gathas, and the Doctrine of Zarathustra

The Zend-Avesta, The Gathas, and the Doctrine of Zarathustra is a book written by Albert Pike that delves into the ancient Persian religion of Zoroastrianism. The book is divided into three main parts: The Zend-Avesta, The Gathas, and The Doctrine of Zarathustra. The Zend-Avesta is the holy book of Zoroastrianism and contains the religious texts and teachings of the religion. The Gathas are a collection of hymns written by the prophet Zarathustra and are considered to be the most sacred texts of the religion. The Doctrine of Zarathustra explores the beliefs and practices of Zoroastrianism, including its emphasis on the struggle between good and evil, the importance of ethical behavior, and the concept of the afterlife. Pike's book provides a comprehensive and detailed analysis of Zoroastrianism, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and teachings of this ancient religion.THIS 44 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Lectures of the Arya, by Albert Pike. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564591824.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.