An Examination of the Role of the Doctrine of Goodness in Zoroastrian Theology

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Gholami Badi Zahra; Ghodratollahi Ehsan

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Journal: RELIGIOUS RESEARCH (PAJOUHESHHA YE ADYANI) Year:2025 | Volume:12 | Issue:24 Page(s): 69-96

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An Examination of the Role of the Doctrine of Goodness in Zoroastrian Theology

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Gholami Badi Zahra | Ghodratollahi Ehsan | Issue Writer Certificate

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Zoroastrian theology

goodness

Amesha Spentas

Ashu Zoroaster

Frashokereti

Sushyant

Abstract

Goodness is one of the most prominent religious and ethical teachings in all divine religions, including Zoroastrianism. Although this doctrine holds a high place in various religious traditions, it has been addressed in different dimensions and levels. This study, using a descriptive-analytical approach and based on sacred texts—the Avesta and Pahlavi literature—aims first to explain the central and prominent role of this doctrine in Zoroastrian theology, and then to explore the special status of goodness and its various forms in Zoroastrian sacred literature. The findings indicate that, unlike other world religions, the doctrine of goodness in Zoroastrianism is not merely a faith-related or ethical recommendation but is deeply connected to a wide range of fundamental religious beliefs. It plays a central role in the theology of this faith. In Zoroastrianism, Ahura Mazda is the essence and source of goodness, and His will is to establish the rule of goodness in the world. The role of His agents—such as Ashu Zoroaster, the Amesha Spentas, the Yazatas, the Ashavans, and the Frashokirdkarans—in the creation of this ideal world is grounded in this doctrine and is explained accordingly..

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