Nowruz is partly rooted in the religious tradition of Iranian religions such as Zoroastrianism or even older in tradition of Mithraism aims because in Mitraism festivals had a deep linkage with the sun light. The Persian festivals of Yalda (longest night) and Mehregan (autumnal equinox) and Tiregān (longest day) also had an origin in the Sun god (Surya). Among other ideas, Zoroastrianism is the first monotheistic religion that emphasizes broad concepts such as the corresponding work of good and evil in the world, and the connection of humans to nature. Zoroastrian practices were dominant for much of the history of ancient Persia (modern day Iran & Western Afghanistan). Nowruz is believed to have been invented by Zoroaster himself in Balkh (modern-day Afghanistan), although there is no clear date of origin. Since the Achaemenid era the official year has begun with the New Day when the Sun leaves the zodiac of Pisces and enters the zodiacal sign of Aries, signifying the Spring Equinox. Nowruz is also a holy day for Sufi Muslims, Bektashis, Ismailis, Alawites,Alevis, Babis and adherents of the Bahá’í Faith.
The term Nowruz in writing first appeared in historical Persian records in the 2nd century CE, but it was also an important day during the time of the Achaemenids (c. 550–330 BCE), where kings from different nations under the Persian Empire used to bring gifts to the Emperor, also called King of Kings (Shahanshah), of Persia on Nowruz. The significance of Nowruz in the Achaemenid Empire was such that the great Persian king Cambyses II’s appointment as the king of Babylon was legitimized only after his participation in the New Year festival (Nowruz).
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How wonderfully intriguing! Thank you so very much for sharing the story (explanation) of Nowruz; I very thoroughly enjoyed it … so also, Happy Nowruz! 🙂
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Thank you very much!
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Oh, one question: Given the ancient origins of Nowruz, why the number 1395? It seems like the number should be much higher.
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Happy Nowruz my friend.
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Thank you, Isabella!
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Sorry, I tried to leave comments on your posts but it seems they don’t appear there. Just to tell you that you are awesome at writing great erotica, Isabella! ❤
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Happy Nowruz to you! God bless! 🙂
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Thank you! 🙂
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Interesting post.
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Reblogged this on Crazy Pasta Child.
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thanks for sharing this, it is so nice to learn of other cultures beliefs and history.
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Back at you!
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Thank you!
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Love to learn more about other cultures- thank you.
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Hope you enjoyed it.
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Happy New Year. Thank you for teaching me something new. PS I wanted to let you know that I just met my final blogging goal for 2016. Thanks for challenging me to dream big, and to name what I wanted this year. It’s time for me to set some new goals.
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Wish you lots of luck my friend:)
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I wish you all the best and success accomplishing your goals.
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Thank you again!
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Happy (belated) Nowruz!
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Thank you!
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Thankyou for this:)
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You’re most welcome, Fijay!😊
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