The Parsi religions dynamics in a global setting

Bodhidharma, also known as the "First Patriarch," was a Buddhist monk credited with bringing Chang Buddhism (also known as Zen Buddhism) to China. He is said to have lived in the 5th or 6th century AD and is revered as his spiritual master in both China and Japan.

करणी माता मंदिर, राजस्थान

देशनोक का करणी माता मंदिर (हिंदी: करणी माता मंदिर), जिसे मध देशनोक के नाम से भी जाना जाता है, राजस्थान में बीकानेर से 30 किमी दक्षिण में स्थित देशनोक शहर में करणी माता को समर्पित एक प्रमुख हिंदू मंदिर है। भारत के विभाजन के बाद हिंगलाज तक पहुंच प्रतिबंधित होने के बाद यह चरणी सगतियों के भक्तों के लिए सबसे महत्वपूर्ण तीर्थ स्थल बन गया है।

नसीरुद्दीन महमूद चिराग-देहलावी 14वीं सदी के रहस्यवादी-कवि और चिश्ती संप्रदाय के सूफी संत थे। वह सूफी संत, निजामुद्दीन औलिया और बाद में उनके उत्तराधिकारी के शिष्य थे। वह दिल्ली से चिश्ती संप्रदाय के अंतिम महत्वपूर्ण सूफी थे।

The Parsi communitys art and architecture, so significantly intertwined with their religion and cultural heritage, which spans over centuries, is indeed a manifestation of the strong history of tradition, symbolism, and unique aesthetics. The Parsis, worshipers of Zoroastrianism, have their artistic tradition, which stands out from the rest because of their beliefs, history, and values. Now, we will try to unfold the world of Parsi art and architecture told through symbolic motifs and architectural styles which are the core of this radiant tradition.

The Parsi Faith and Its Impact (on) (the) Culture

If you want to understand Parsi art and architecture, you have to know the fundamental beliefs of Zoroastrianism, the ancient religion of the prophet Zoroaster, the founder of the religion, in ancient Persia. Parsi people, who fled from Persia in ancient times and found themselves in the Indian subcontinent, have been very faithful in preserving their religion and way of life.

Fundamental to Zoroastrianism is the idea of dualism—the continuous battle for the supremacy of Ahura Mazda (the highest spirit of goodness and wisdom) and Angra Mainyu (the destructive spirit of evil). This duality is shown in Parsi art via different images and symbols.

Symbolism in Parsi Art

Parsi art is devoid of symbols that are used to convey their philosophical and spiritual meaning. One of the most outstanding symbols is Faravahar, a side-dewing with a human figure, which symbolizes the Zoroastrian idea of the divine guardian spirit. The recurring theme is found in Parsi architecture, jewelry, and textiles which usually have spiritual implications of the journey and connection with God.

Other symbols frequently found in Parsi art are the Homa-time Sacred Fire, which symbolizes purity and illumination, and the Fravashi, ancestral guardian spirits thought to guard and guide the living. These symbols are not just decorative but they carry so much sense in the daily lives and routines of Parsis.

Bodh: Exposing the Foundations: The word "Bodh," which comes from the Sanskrit word "Bodhi," means awakening or enlightenment. Its origins can be found in antiquated Eastern philosophies, especially in relation to Buddhism. The Bodhi tree represents the hallowed area where the search for Bodhi started, and it is under this tree that Siddhartha Gautama gained enlightenment and became the Buddha.

श्री वराह लक्ष्मी नरसिम्हा मंदिर, सिंहाचलम एक हिंदू मंदिर है जो सिंहचलम हिल रेंज पर स्थित है।