Ancient Holidays
Keywords:
Avesta, Zoroastrianism, Mithraism, Ahuramazda, Zindarovan, mourning ritual, fire worshipAbstract
In ancient times, the Zoroastrianism religion was widely spread in our country, and it had its influence on holidays, traditions, ceremonies, and customs. Of course, pre-Islamic holidays were created based on the specific laws and social characteristics of that time. To understand them, it is necessary to approach from the point of view of that time. Zoroastrian customs are an invaluable historical heritage of our ancestors. The religion of Zoroastrianism, which arose on the basis of the faith of our ancestors, has remained in history. However, many customs, holidays, and customs of this religion have been preserved until now. Of course, the biggest among them is Nowruz holiday. At the same time, in order to prevent or ward off disease, burning incense, lighting candles in various ceremonies, walking around the bonfire at weddings, welcoming the sun neatly, such as cleaning the yard in the morning are also customs passed down from the Zoroastrians.


