1st Edition

Roots of Zoroastrianism in Iran and India

By Fatemeh Samavati Copyright 2026
228 Pages
by Routledge

228 Pages
by Routledge

This book traces the historical development of Zoroastrianism from ancient Iran to India. It examines Iranian society during Zoroaster's time, the influence of Mazdakism, and the rise of Zoroastrian religious thought. The study analyzes the impact of Arab invasions on Iranian culture and society, followed by the migration of Zoroastrians to India and also includes: Examination of... Read more

Preface

Introduction

  • Iranian Society at the Time of Zoroaster
  • Mazdakism in Iran
  • Rise of Zoroastrianism in the Historical Context
  • Iranian Society at the Time of the Arab Invasions
  • Impact of Arabs on Iranian Society and Culture
  • Arrival of Zoroastrianism in India
  • Cultural Impact of Zoroastrians in India
  • Mohsin Fani and his Dabistan-i-Mazahib

Conclusion

Bibliography

Index

Biography

Fatemeh Samavati is based out of Tehran and serves as scholar and teacher of the connected history of religion, literature and culture of Iran and India. Samavati holds a doctoral degree from the Department of History, University of Delhi, India.