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Khordad Sal (Birthday of Zarathustra)
The birthday of the Prophet Zarathustra — founder of one of the world's oldest revealed religions.
August 26
Why It Matters
Khordad Sal celebrates the birth of Zarathushtra (Zoroaster), whose revelation of Ahura Mazda — the supreme God of Truth — and ethical dualism (Asha/Druj) influenced Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
How It Is Observed
Fire temple ceremonies, prayers, study of the Gathas (Zarathustra's own hymns), community gatherings, reflection on Good Thoughts, Good Words, Good Deeds.