The Position of the Prophet Zarathustra within the Founders of Religions A Reassessment of Zarathustra from the Perspective of Religious Studies

The series of religious founders begins with Zarathustra, the founder of ancient Zoroastrianism, which still has devout followers today, such as the Parsis. This essay attempts to place Zarathustra on an equal footing with other religious founders, highlighting some commonalities with other religious figures while also emphasizing his unique characteristics. Numerous legends surround his person and his work. This article aims to uncover the true essence of his message beyond all myths. Zarathustra is considered the founder of monotheism, which influenced Judaism and was subsequently modified in Christianity and Islam. The essay also serves as a methodological examination of the extent to which Zarathustra can be compared to other religious founders and whether Zoroastrianism can be classified as a world religion on this basis.

کلیدواژه ها:

Zarathustra ، Religionsstifter ، Monotheismus ، Judentum ، Christentum ، Islam