Haurvatat

Zoroastrianism

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In Zoroastrianism, Haurvatat is one of the six Amesha Spentas, divine beings created by Ahura Mazda to help govern creation. Haurvatat, meaning "Wholeness or Perfection," presides over water. It is often mentioned alongside Ameretat (Immortality), and together they may offer rewards to believers who embody the qualities of the other Amesha Spentas.1

Zoroastrianism itself is an ancient religion founded by the prophet Zarathushtra. It centers on the worship of one supreme god, Ahura Mazda, and emphasizes a cosmic struggle between good and evil. Humans are called to choose sides in this struggle through their free will. The religion has influenced later Middle Eastern faiths like Judaism and Christianity.23

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Haurvatāt (Wholeness or Perfection) and Ameretāt (Immortality) are often mentioned together as sisters. They preside over water and plants and may come to the believer as a reward for participation in the natures of the other amesha spentas.
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Haurvatāt (Wholeness or Perfection) and Ameretāt (Immortality) are often mentioned together as sisters. They preside over water and plants and may come to the believer as a reward for participation in the natures of the other amesha spentas.
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