Multi-Agent Systems Design and Applications## Ahura Mazda: Overview**Ahura Mazda** is the supreme god and creator in Zoroastrianism, the ancient Iranian religion founded by the prophet Zoroaster in the 7th century BCE[4]. The name translates to "Lord Wisdom"—*Ahura* meaning "lord" and *Mazda* meaning "wisdom"[1]. ## Key Attributes- Creator of the universe and all that is good[5][6].- Embodies wisdom, light, and truth[1][4][6].- Central figure in a cosmic dualism, eternally opposed by Ahriman (Angra Mainyu), the spirit of evil and chaos[4][6].- Considered all-wise, bounteous, and undeceiving[2].- Associated with six immortal beings (Amesha Spentas) who assist in governing creation[4][7].## Role in Zoroastrianism- Humanity is believed to have free will to choose between the forces of good (Ahura Mazda) and evil (Ahriman)[4].- Ahura Mazda is worshipped as the source of all that is just and righteous, and Zoroastrian teachings have influenced other major world religions[4][5].## Historical Significance- First prominently invoked during the Achaemenid Empire (c. 550–330 BCE)[1].- No physical images of Ahura Mazda were permitted at the royal court, emphasizing a focus on spiritual worship[1].Ahura Mazda remains a foundational figure in the history of monotheistic thought and continues to be revered by Zoroastrians today[4][5].Sources[1] Ahura Mazda - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahura_Mazda[2] Ahura Mazdā | Persian god, Supreme Being, Creator | Britannica https://www.britannica.com/topic/Ahura-Mazda[3] How does Ahura Mazda differ from the Abrahamic God? - Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/Zoroastrianism/comments/137csyj/how_does_ahura_mazda_differ_from_the_abrahamic_god/[4] Ahura Mazda and the Battle between Good and Evil - EBSCO https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/religion-and-philosophy/ahura-mazda-and-battle-between-good-and-evil[5] Ahura Mazda - World History Encyclopedia https://www.worldhistory.org/Ahura_Mazda/[6] Ahura Mazda the God of Zoroastrian - CyrusCrafts https://www.cyruscrafts.com/blog/information/ahura-mazda-the-god-of-zoroastrian[7] Episode #48- Ahura Mazda - The Ancient Tradition https://theancienttradition.com/48-ahura-mazda/[8] Ahura Mazda | The Demonic Paradise Wiki - Fandom https://the-demonic-paradise.fandom.com/wiki/Ahura_Mazda
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