Not much is known about what can be done to check the dwindling number of Parsis. There has been much concern, even heartburn, but solutions have proved elusive. But the Centre has decided to step in and address the issue agitating the small, but talented community by announcing a scheme dedicated to their welfare. This… Continue reading Indian Govt Budgets for Dwindling Parsi Population.
Month: February 2010
Parsis storm Zoroastrian College to stop conversion of a Russian
Bombay Parsi Punchayet chairman alleged the institute’s head Meher Master-Moos was indulging in ‘wrongful’ conversion, which is reserved for only sons of priests By Manoj R Nair and Ram Parmar / Mumbai Mirror A group of angry Parsis from Mumbai, including chairman of the Bombay Parsi Punchayet (BPP), stormed a religious institute near Sanjan on… Continue reading Parsis storm Zoroastrian College to stop conversion of a Russian
The Life of Bai Jerbai Nusherwanji Wadia
An ordinary lady with an extra-ordinary vision: Bai Jerbai Nusherwanji Wadia (1852-1926) This is a simple story of an ordinary Zarathushti lady, who possessed an extraordinary vision.. Born in 1852, she was reared in the, then, traditional fashion, into a Zarathushti way of life. She was well tutored in the art of knitting, stitching and… Continue reading The Life of Bai Jerbai Nusherwanji Wadia
Parvin Jungalwala Escapes 17-year Confinement
For 17 years, Parvin Jungalwala, 40, a Parsi widow, allegedly spent her life in home confinement. However, she decided to end her torture and the reason for this his is her daughter’s well-being, who will be appearing for her class X examination next month. Parvin, who got married soon after her class X exams, has… Continue reading Parvin Jungalwala Escapes 17-year Confinement
Small Yet Significant
The Parsi community in the city continues to play a vital role in the field of education and business Indian Express While the dictionary defines them as members of Zoroastrian origin who came to India from Pars or Persia – but the small yet fun loving community of Parsis are, in true sense, an important… Continue reading Small Yet Significant
Life After Death: Concepts in Zoroastrianism
The following is an article on “Life After Death as in Zoroastrianism” by Ervad Pervez D. Mithaiwala, revealed to us by Behesti Minocher N. Pundol Saheb as per teachings of Magav Sahebs of Demaavand Koh, Iran. The article although lengthy, vividly describes a Zerthosti Rawaan’s journey to this world from Hasti and its return to… Continue reading Life After Death: Concepts in Zoroastrianism
Thousands gather to celebrate ancient Zoroastrian fire festival
CHAM, Iran – Thousands of Iranians gathered at dusk against a snowy mountain backdrop to light giant bonfires in an ancient midwinter festival dating back to Iran’s pre-Islamic past that is drawing new interest from Muslims. By Associated Press / Boston.com Saturday’s celebration was the first in which the dwindling remnants of Iran’s once plentiful… Continue reading Thousands gather to celebrate ancient Zoroastrian fire festival
