Judaism vs. Zoroastrianism
Notes de l’épisode
Did ancient Zoroastrianism inspire Judaism, or vice versa? What are the similarities and differences between the two great faiths? And what does it all have to do with the current war in Iran and the Straits of Hormuz, named after the god of the Zoroastrians? Find out in this eye-opening class, in which we also explore the origins of the two chief demons in the universe, the true nature of hell, and parallels between Abraham and Zarathustra. For the essay on Xerxes and the identity of the Biblical Ahashverosh, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/who-is-ahashverosh/ For the essay on the Shamir “worm”, see here: https://www.mayimachronim.com/mystery-of-the-shamir/