Zoroastrianism Quiz

What does the word "Zoroastrianism" originate from?

• A Greek word meaning "Ancient Wisdom"

• A Greek word built from the founder's name, Zoroaster

• A Latin word meaning "Star Worship"

• An Aramaic word meaning "Divine Light"

Who is the founder of Zoroastrianism?

• Zarathustra

• Cyrus the Great

• Darius I

• Ashoka

What are the other names for Zoroastrianism?

• "Eternal religion" and "Persian religion"

• "Good religion" and "Mazdayasnian religion"

• "Fire religion" and "Ahura religion"

• "Truth religion" and "Avestan religion"

What does the Faravahar symbolize?

• The unity of all Zoroastrian believers

• The individual Zoroastrian believer

• The Zoroastrian priests

• The Zoroastrian deities

What are the two foundational teachings of Zoroastrianism?

• Good thoughts and good power

• Good words and good deeds

• Good deeds and good faith

• Good faith and good thoughts

Who is Ahura Mazda in Zoroastrianism?

• The prophet of Zoroastrianism

• The supreme god, representing truth, goodness, and life

• The spirit of destruction

• The guardian of fire

What does Angra Mainyu represent in Zoroastrianism?

• The spirit of creation

• The spirit of wisdom

• The spirit of destruction

• The spirit of harmony

What is the Chinvat Bridge in Zoroastrianism?

• A physical bridge connecting two holy sites

• A metaphorical bridge where souls are judged

• A bridge built by Zoroaster himself

• A bridge in the Zoroastrian heaven

What is the significance of the Fire Temple in Zoroastrianism?

• It is a place where Zoroastrians practice fire walking

• It is a library that holds Zoroastrian scriptures

• It is a house of worship centering on sacred fire

• It is a monument dedicated to the Zoroastrian founder

What is the Navjote ceremony in Zoroastrianism?

• A wedding ceremony

• An initiation ceremony for young Zoroastrians

• A funeral ceremony

• A harvest festival