Atar
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In Zoroastrianism, Ätar is a divine being representing fire. Ätar is considered a manifestation of fire itself and serves as an intermediary between humans and gods. Fire holds significant sacred importance in ancient Iran, and Ätar is one of the principal yazatas, angelic beings created by Ahura MazdÄ to help maintain cosmic order. Worship of Ätar, like other deities, was conducted outdoors, often during a ritual called yazna. The sacred fire was meticulously cared for in households and later in fire temples, symbolizing purity and devotion.123
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