Description: One New Persian Farvahar Wall Decorations, Ahura Mazda, Zoroastrian, 2500 B.C. Achaemenian, Iran. Color : Pure Gold Weight: Approx. 3 Ibs ( 1400 grams ) Dimension : 23”x 10.5” Thickness ¼” ( 57cm × 26 cm - Thickness = 6cm ) Material : Sturdy Resin Free Gift : One 5" Hakhamanesh Soldiers as shown in the last picture ( $10 ) Wall Installation : You may have to use another pin to support the lower section. This will help to maintain proper balance. A Little History The Farvahar is one of the best-known symbols of Zoroastrianism, the state religion of ancient Persia. The symbol dates back to thousands of years ago. Farvahar is made up the following parts: The Face resembles the face of human being and therefore, indicates its connection to mankind. There are two wings which have three main feathers. These main feathers indicate three symbols of 'good reflection,' 'good words,' and 'good deed,' which are at the same time the motive of flight and advancement. The Lower part of the Farvahar consists of three parts, representing 'bad reflection,' 'bad words,' and 'bad deed' which causes misery and misfortune for human beings. There are Two loops at the two sides of the Farvahar, which represent Sepanta Minu, and Angra Minu. The former is directed toward the face and the latter is located at the back. This also indicates that we have to proceed toward the good and turn away from bad. The Circle in the middle of the Farvahar’s trunk indicates that our spirit is immortal, having neither a beginning nor an end. One Hand of the Farvahar points upwards, showing that we have to struggle to thrive. The Other hand holds a ring. Some interpreters consider that as the ring of covenant, representing loyalty and faithfulness which is the basis of Zarathustra's philosophy. In present-day Zoroastrianism, the Farvahar is said to be a reminder of one's purpose in life, which is to live in such a way that the soul progresses towards frasho-kereti, or union with Ahura Mazda, the supreme divinity in Zoroastrianism. Not only Zoroastrians, but patriotic Iranians of all creeds use the Farvahar, and various simplified versions of the Persepolis standard appear in carpet stores, restaurants, advertisements, and other Iranian concerns all around the world. From the start of the 20th century the Farvahar icon found itself in public places and became a known icon amongst all Iranians. The Shahname by Ferdowsi is Iran's national epic and contains stories (partly historical and partly mythical) from pre-islamic Zoroastrian times. The tomb of Ferdowsi which is visited by numerous Iranians every year, contains the Farvahar icon as well. After the Islamic Revolution of 1979 the Lion and Sun which was part of Iran's original national flag had been banned by the government from public places in order to prevent people from being reminded of life prior to the revolution, nevertheless Farvahar icons were not removed. As a result, the Farvahar icon became a national symbol amongst the people which became somewhat tolerated by the government compared to the Lion and Sun. The Farvahar is the most worn pendant amongst Iranians and has become a national symbol rather than a religious icon, although it's Zoroastrian roots are certainly not ignored. In present-day Zoroastrianism, the Farvahar is said to be a reminder of one's purpose in life, which is to live in such a way that the soul progresses towards union with Ahura Mazda, the supreme divinity in Zoroastrianism.
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