The Zend-Avesta or Persian Holy Scripture

By Charles Francis Horne

Book Overview

The Zend-Avesta Or Persian Holy Scripture is a book written by Charles F. Horne. The book is a complete collection of the religious texts and scriptures of the ancient Persian religion, Zoroastrianism. The Zend-Avesta is considered to be one of the oldest and most important religious texts in the world, and it provides a fascinating insight into the beliefs, practices, and rituals of the ancient Persians. The book is divided into several sections, each of which contains a different aspect of the religion. These include hymns, prayers, rituals, and ethical teachings. The book also contains a detailed introduction that provides an overview of the history and significance of the Zend-Avesta, as well as a glossary of key terms and concepts. Overall, The Zend-Avesta Or Persian Holy Scripture is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history, culture, and religion of ancient Persia.THIS 162 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Ancient Persia, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100103.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425328784
• ISBN13: 9781425328788
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"