Fravartigan festival

religious festival, Iran

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The Fravartigan festival is a Zoroastrian religious observance in Iran. It is celebrated during the last 10 days of the year, honoring the fravashis of the dead. Fravashis are considered the preexistent higher souls or essences of individuals, associated with the supreme divinity Ahura Mazda. These spiritual entities are believed to guide people toward their higher nature and participate in the cosmic struggle between good and evil. Families honor the fravashis of their deceased relatives through prayers, fire, and incense during this festival.12

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