Sixteen Qualities(Virtues) of an Athravan - Part 1

Some explanation is required before we take one by one the 16 qualities of Athravan and how it is developed by Athornan saheb who has to pass through rigorous training and then ceremony of Navar Marateb. If we want to become a Doctor then rigorous training is required and later on after he passes exams he becomes a full-fledged qualified Doctor. But such is not the case with a Athornan about to become a Navar, Marateb. Apart from training he has to undergo a ceremony of Yajashne and for Marateb undergo ceremony of Vendidad which is combination of Yasna,Vispared, and Vendidad. After he is a qualified Athornan he follows Tarikats of Ashoi and attunes himself with Agairy/ AtashBehram Pav-Mahal which is connected to Talismanic Pavmahal of Nature known as Mino Gaas. Our Paigambar saheb has given us deen which is exact replica of what are in Nature, for example Sudreh Kusti, Atash Behram etc.
Nature, Tabiyat, Khudrat:- What exactly is Nature ?. The Nature that we know of and can see, the exact technical term to be used is called as “Tabiyat”. The force that is attached with Tabiyat (Nature) can be referred to as Khudrat. …………………Reference:- Khshnoom Harmala No 2 - Buland Gehsarna Kriya footnote Page 15. When we admire Nature and its beauty for example chirping of birds at Hoshbam/Dawn, or crystal clear waters flowing in a stream, or Sunrise/ Sunset viewed from a Hill station, we are awestruck and captivated by its beauty, and tranquillity. For beauty is truth lying in nature, and truth is beauty.
What is Talisman, Pav-Mahal, Pavikut and Mino Gaas:- What is a “Talisman” – Every object that is in this universe contains within it a microscopic part of Dadar AhuraMazda. If such is not the case then the Universe which is destined for Salvation after a very long mind boggling period of Time would not have been possible, as no help would have been available from others. From this fact it is apparent that we require help from others for our spiritual progress, and everything including humans are inter connected with one another and this universe Holistically makes progress together towards Frashogard ( salvation). But the infinitesimal part of Dadar Ahura Mazda that is in every object is well hidden and requires initiative from us to unlock the secrets. With the help of Avesta Manthra and not by our own effort we can unlock the marvels hidden in the object and are able to differentiate and separate the exalted part of Dadar AhuraMazda in object from the baser grossness in it. By drawing a dividing line of Karsh an object can thus be segregated between the positive nature or grade of excellence of Dadar AhuraMazda and faulty negative nature of an object. When whole object is influenced by positive side of Dadar AhuraMazda who is sitting in Karsh than that object becomes a talismanic force to be reckoned with which subjugates and dominates the negative part of the object which is gross. ……….Reference:- Khshnoom Harmala no 2 Buland gehsarna ni Kriya Footnote Page 35-36
Further Mino Gaas can be elaborated as that Talismanic place in Nisti (Non eternal world) in Upairi Dakhyu where full authority of Dadar AhuraMazda flows by presence of Spenamino and absence of Ghenamino. Where there is no tussle between white side and black side of nature and there is Unity over there. That place is also called as Gatu. Although Mino Gaas is in Nisti (non eternal world) but with talismanic protection of Pavi or protective boundary surrounding it behaves as if it is part of Hasti the eternal world and is forever in harmony with nature. The Pavikut of Agiary, Atash Behram is connected with Mino Gaas. Without connection with Mino Gaas, a Pavikut of Atash Behram/ Agiary cannot function on its own. Note:- Hasti= Blissful Eternal World, Nisti= Non Eternal World which will one day (a very far event) be destroyed after salvation of whole universe Nisti will merge with Hasti. Our Earth is somewhere at Fag end of Nisti world ……………….Ref:- Dokhma ni Buland Talesam by Dr. F.S. Chiniwala Page 112
More about Hasti- Nisti and Frashogard(Salvation)
In Patet Pashemani prayers Kardo 12:- Oem Kardeh Hom in Pateti vajorg Umedeh Kerfehra geran Bim Dujakhra ………………. means by doing Kerfeh (Neki) that is Good deeds when one gets hope= Umeed for salvation I who has sinned pray Patet so that I get good guidance and thus will not reincarnate again. Dozak= means to be reborn twice (……….see Yajashne ni Buland Kriya footnote Page 22). First being born in his own time cycle of “Thwash” when he is born with body for alchemizing his druj to Gav. The second time after his physical body is fully alchemized and there is no need for him to reincarnate because veil of darkness has been lifted from his soul and he gets salvation. Of course in between these 2 beginning and final stages he reincarnates many times. Finally there will be no need for Nisti to exist and at the time of Salvation of complete humanity, Nisti will merge into Hasti, and thus Nisti has served its purpose.
Thus the Mystic Bard Rumi says in his couplets as under:-
Rav Neki kun ke Dahar Neki Danad,
U Neki ra za Nikuvan Nastanad,
Mal Az Hameh Manad v a Az Toham Khahad Manad,
Aan Beh ke ba Jaye Mal Neki Manad.
Translation:- Go and do Neki, For Epoch of time or Zamana will remember Neki only,
for that is one thing that Zamana cannot snatch away from a person,
Every materialistic gains will be left here only including yours,
That is why it is better for you to earn Neki or Kerfeh instead of running after materialistic acquisition of wealth.
……………………. Latest Parsee Avaz Vol 4 No 1 October Nov 2011
Birth of our holy Prophet on this earth
Birth of Asho Zarathustra gradually brought relief on this earth from atrocities of Dev’s and the soul of Earth that is “Geush Urva” heaved a sigh of relief. Zarathustra spent thirty years in his father’s talismanic house namely “Dreji-Jabar” where he made communion with Ahuramazda and remained constantly attached to him. He then opened a new heaven – a place full of heavenly splendour namely Gaas in likeness of what he had erected on Upairi Dakhyu before his birth. He brought all the powers of that heavenly Gaas at Upairi Dakhyu into this newly made Gaas of “Dreji-jabar” (Harabarez) Thus he prepared a way from whence he can draw the heavenly munificence right from Gaas at Upairi Dakhyu and through Gaas at Dreji- Jabar into Pavmahal of Iranshah and then to many Atashbehrams and Agiaries and we finally receive heavenly munificence. The purpose of “Pavis” also known as “Pavikat” is to seclude Atashbehrams, Agiaries from outer worldly pollution thereby making them eligible to receive heavenly munificence right from Upairi Dakhyu, and Dreji-Jabar. ……. Reference:- A Sequel to Essentials of Zoroastrianism Page 41 The same holds good for human body also. In order to receive benevolent Asere-Roshni currents from higher realms we have to keep our Aipi clean by following Tarikats of Druj Parhej. Please see the illustration below:-

Illustration taken from Book “Learning Parsi Panu” by Silloo Mehta Page 48







Mission of Asho Zarathustra:-
The mission of our dear Prophet Zarathustra on this earth was to eradicate Devyasni of Devs who had made this earth a living hell. “Gatha Zarathustra” is deputy of Dadar Ahura Mazda and is an elemental in nature bearing same name of our Prophet (To know more about it Press Ctrl +click to follow the link:- The Five Gathas) With overall supervision of Dadar Ahura Mazda and through elemental medium of “Gatha Zarathustra” our dear Prophet before being born on this earth formed a Stage known as Mino Gaas which can also mean as Throne of Dadar Ahura Mazda. Mino Gaas can be defined as visible as well as invisible powerhouse of Asere-Roshni currents flowing where Yazatas dwell. Thus a platform known as “Mazdayasni Daen” is formed which can be also called as Mother of all religions. Different religions will establish itself at its preordained time on this earth and whose roots are connected to Mazdayasni Daen. ….. Reference :- Yajashne ni Buland Kriya by Dr F S. Chinwala Page no 254

The elementary Science of Elements:-
Basic composition of our human body is made up of four elements viz: Fire, Air, Water, and Earth. As fire or heat is required to keep everything in motion, in each of these elements therein lies four types of Atash. They are:- 1) Atash-e - Mino Karko 2) Atash-e- Vajisht 3) Atash-e-Urvajishta 4) Atash-e-Spenishta. In order to nourish the four elements of Fire, Air, Water, and Earth nature has added “Ether” known as “Gao-Chithra”. When four types of Atash mix with one another in different permutation and combination another composite Atash known as “Atash-e- Vohufreyan” is formed. “Vohu” = benevolent, or good and “Fre”= means love, “Yan”= an Affix, meaning the one that proceeds towards goodness. This Atash functions as alchemical agent that lovingly converts in its furnace our elements =“Anasar” made up of Naso into Gav. The Naso in our body is made up of various forms of contagions known in Avesta as “Akhti”, ”Ahiti”, “Paviti but remains in check due to Gav Chithra. Nature has in all its kindness mixed Gav in elements of our body so that potency of Druj or Dravao is reduced and is now known as “Vohun”. It’s like colour Black when mixed with snow white the original colour of black changes into grey. At the time of mortal death when Gav Chithra no more nourishes dead body, the three contagions which were kept in check so far when the body was alive is let loose by Druj- e- Nasu that sets in dead body. Akhti= Direct contagion that arises due to coming in contact with dead matter by sense of touch, Ahiti= Indirect contagion that sets in the air, Paviti= Also Indirect Contagion that has set in air and reaches our physical body through our nostrils and air we breathe. ……….Reference :- footnote of “Dokhma ni Buland Talesam” by Dr. F S. Chiniwala Page 97.
The word Anasar has got at its root “Nas” meaning Naso=ignorance, that is what our elementary body is made up of. Thus after various stages other four higher Roohani Atash are formed whose seat is based in our skull which if developed properly can transform human into semi Yazad. These four Atash are known as 1) Atash-e- Dara 2) Atash-e- Naryosangh 3) Atash-e- Khoreh 4) Atash- e - Frah. As one proceeds further on path of Ashoi he makes a sincere effort of binding Druj in his Anasars made up of 4 basic elements in combination with one another, and thus binds the druj in his physical body. The practice of Druj Parhej now can be fully understood. He thus proceeds on path of Ashoi and his Keherp which is made up of 16 Chakras becomes subtle. The four elements in every Chakra vary. In some lower Chakras earthy, or airy, watery element is more prominent than firey element. By observing Druj Parhej the firey or airy element becomes more prominent than other elements. Our elements now become subtler. That is aim behind all these practices. He thus begins developing the four Atash-e-Dara, Naryosangh Khoreh, and Atash- e-Frah. He becomes semi Yazad now. Today we have Atashe Dara active within us, but it has got 1001 stages. We can be on any one of the rung of ladder out of 1001 rungs. We have yet to develop other three Atash. As long as Atashe Dara is only active and the other three Atashes have yet to be developed, we can be victim of passions within us. The subtle Naso within our body raises its ugly head every now and then and remains unbridled till we have only Atash e Dara developed. But with path of Ashahe Khao and with Manthra Spenta Prayers he can alchemize druj within him very effectively, and further develop Atashe Naryosang. At the end of Atash Niyaesh the devotee requests Atash Padshah and prays for his speedy success in developing other three Atash.
Zarathosti Deen has 1) Erejoish Patha and 2) Ashahe Khao. Erejoish Patha means righteous Path of Truth which can be found common in all other religions but our religion teaches us one more path of Ashahe Khao which is not found in any other religion. The path of Ashoi has been shown in our religion only. By speaking truth only our 8th Chakra of tongue develops where earthy element of “Khakh” is subsided and firey element is strengthened. With his uttered speech anything now becomes possible in reality as it can never fail. In Zarathosti deen “Daham Nar” is that who has control over his tongue by speaking truth only and by further developing Atashe Nairyosang has reached stage of Khetvodat where his Male and female counter parts are merged into one. He is now free from lust and not even an Apsara or Dev can tempt him into forbidden temptations.
To develop Ashoi one has to pass through 72 steps or stages. Each karsh consists of 8 stages. His Atashe Naryosang is said to be developed when he has reached 4th Karsh of Ashoi. Such a Ashwan can bind his druj. The day of Meherangan is very important for an Ashwan because on that day he digests all his druj and converts it into Gav. A Zarathosti Daham Nar besides being truthful is also of Ashwan category. ……….Reference :- Parsee Avaz dated 25.10.1958 page 3
Regards,
Firdosh K.Sukhia
…………………..to be continued

A Tribute to Late Dasturji Farmroze Navroji Kutar

Friends,

Roj Adar, Mah Avan 1381 Y.Z.

Tomorrow on 24th March, 2012 being 84th Anniversary Salgreh of Rustam Faramna Agiary, on that joyous occasion forwarding the under mentioned article which was originally written in Gujarati by Jehangirji S. Chiniwalla paying tribute to Dastur Faramroze Navroji Kutar Dastur Darab Pahlan. This article has appeared in booklet in the year 1958 on 30th anniversary of Rustam Faramna Agiary which coincided exactly with 1st death Anniversary of Dastur Faramroze Navroji Kutar. The oil painting of Dasturji Faramroze Kutar which is presently in the Prayer hall was inaugurated in 1958 on the above occasion, and was painted by late Minocher Patel himself a khshnoomist.

Dastur Dr. Hormuzdiar Mirza of Sanjana Tola or clan connected to Shri Pak Iranshah AtashBehram has given additional information about Dasturji Farmroze Kutar in above mentioned Gujarati booklet worth mentioning and is mentioned below:-

“Dasturji Faramroze became Navar and Maratab at ripe age of 13 years and has done various Pavmahal kriyas like Nirangdin, Hamayasht, Vandidad, Yajashne and also had vast knowledge of consecrating and ijvanu of Pak Makan or Fire temples.

Besides he being an avid student of Zoroastrian literature was also conversant in making beautiful poems in Farsi Language.

Besides translation of Shahnamah in 10 Volumes he compiled Dictionary of Farsi Language in Gujarati script for Gujarati readers composing of nearly 1,75,000 words and its meaning.

Out of his nine decades of worldly life, he spent 70 years of his life in service to two Daremehers in Mumbai, that of Rustam Faramna Agiary at Dadar and another at Tata Agiary situated at Bandra.”

Read on further.

Regards,

Firdosh K. Sukhia





Late Jehagirji Sohrabji Chiniwalla pays tribute to Dastur Faramroze Navroji Kutar.

My association with Dasturji Faramroze Navroji Kutar extends to over 35 long years. We don’t make any more the likes of him and he is considered as the last of the Dasturs who lead a strict life of Ashoi and tried to follow as much of tarikats as he can. He descended from Bhagarsath Tola Athornan family of Navsari, from bloodline of Dastur Darab Pahlan Faredun family and practiced Yozdathregari right from his early ripe age and also studied Zarathosti Religion in a Traditional method as was the practice in those days.


The first impression that late Jehangirji S. Chiniwala had when he came face to face with Dastur Faramroze was that of instant reverence and respect which automatically came from his heart. Dasturji's radiating nobility which was very much apparent on his face was enough to command respect from anybody. He was very soft spoken and was always cool, calm and well composed when he spoke with sweetness and love, respect towards anybody. late Jehangirji on his first meeting with the Dasturji understood very well that here was a Dastur of great caliber and nobility. In those olden days there were many other Amaldar Yozdathregars of bygone years whom we have forgotten today who used to subjugate Gin, Pari and evil spirits with their power of ashoi and Manthra prayers. Dasturji Mullan Feroze and Kukadaru saheb were those great Dasturs that we know of. Dasturji Faramroze Kutar was the last such Dastur that our community was fortunate to have him with us. He used to religiously practice Tarikaats of Ashoi as much as he can which was the source of his inner spiritual strength.

Today we have with us a school of studying Zarathosti religion known as school of Philology where one tries to understand our scriptures by applying grammar as we understand of. The other older method that Athornan class used to study our religion, was the old traditional way as was practiced by our forefathers which was known as Traditional school of Zoroastrian studies. Dastuji Faramroze had commenced his Zoroastrian studies applying the old method as practiced by our forefathers. Later on he also took help of Philology school to further enhance his studies with much broader spectrum. Finally he studied our religion as per School of ilme-Khshnoom, much to his satisfaction and to his heart’s content he received satisfactory explanations to all his queries.

Parsi community when they settled in Sanjan in India used to speak Persian language also called as Shirin zaban or very sweet language. At that time the present Gujarati language that we speak today was not even in existence than. Parsis of those days had never severed themselves from their ancestral Persian language, but since last century Gujarati has become our mother tongue. The Yozdathregar of those days were very conversant with Persian language. Ervad Behman Kaykobad had written Kisseh Sanjan in Farsi. Learned "Dasturji Mullan Firoze Bin Mullan kaus Jallali" who belonged to kadmi tola was proficient and an expert in Farsi language and literature. He had during the beginning of British rule written "George-Namah" for King George the fourth. A copy of it was sent to King George the fourth who was very happy and as a mark of respect for his efforts generously donated a princely sum which Dastur Mullan will receive throughout his life time.

Dasturji Faramroze Kutar was also proficient in Farsi Literature who used to compose beautiful couplets and poems in Farsi language. He observed that Shahnamah was translated in English, French, Italian, German languages but it was not done so in Gujarati Language which is considered the mother tongue of Parsi Community. Also word to word translation of Shahnamah in Gujarati language was conspicuous by its absence. Hence he decided to take this mighty venture as his own responsibility and he along with his elder Brother Ervad Mahiyar Navroji Kutar came out with 10 volume full of Shahnamah translations in Gujarati with Farsi couplets side by side in Gujarati script. Parsi community owe a lot to Dasturji Faramroze and his brother Mahiyar for translating Shahnamah and making it available for Parsi community who do not know how to read Persian script and understand it. Each and every Parsi household should have Shahnamah in their home and should be considered as holy next to our Pak Khordeh Avesta only.

Dasturji Faramroze Kutar led a strict disciplined life of piety trying to practice as much Tarikats as he can. He meticulously performed all his worldly and spiritual duties and utilized every minute of an hour systematically knowing the value of time. He tried to observe all Tarikats that a Athornan is supposed to follow even under difficult trying times. Dasturji Faramroze had implicit faith on Tarikat Marg, Kriya Marg, Manthra vani and its many benefits as shown in our Zarathosti din. He was very much aware that the school of Philology was unable to give satisfactory explanations to many of doubts that aroused on topics of Tarikats and Kriya. He was prepared to study impartially and was a seeker of truth no matter the source.

When he impartially studied Tarikat Marg, Kriya Marg, Manthra vani, Varna, classification of souls and its vast machinery in nature in form of many religions, many paths but one goal as shown and explained in ilme-Khshnoom, he immediately recognized it as truth that he was seeking for. He thus developed explicit faith on all teachings of ilme-Khshnoom and was its student till the very last. At one instance Late Jehangirji Chiniwala as he continued his narration said that whilst he was in the midst of a lecture on the topic of Avesta Manthravani and its many benefits for a Zarathusti. Dasturji Faramroze being in the midst of the lecture narrated a strange incident that had actually occurred in his own life. Dasturji Faramroze further said that in Navsari there was a Magician who made a claim of recognizing any object hidden in the closed fist of a hand. Dasturji Faramroze wrapped his Padan that he used to wear whilst praying Manthra in his fist and tightly closed it whilst praying Ahunavar kalam. Much to the chagrin of the magician he was unable to guess what was lying enclosed in Dasturji's tightly closed fist.

In another lecture of Late Jehangirji on topic of Tarikat Marg and Ashoi and its many benefits Dasturji Faramroze accepted that he had deep faith in all tarikats and narrated his another experience by saying that one of his colleague was suffering from toe nail infection and refused to heal in spite of Surgically making an incision in it. Dasturji Faramroze prayed Nirang for him and advised his colleague to follow Baaj that is given to us before we pair our nails and before haircut. On following Dasturji's advise the wound got healed very fast.

During Vansda Juddin Navjote controversy a book titled "Vatlavana Sawal Mateno Vadvivad" was written by Dr. Faramroze S. Chiniwalla as an answer to controversy where it was shown that in nature there is existing machinery of various religions. The book contained quotes from Avesta scriptures and its true meanings explained as per ilme-Khshnoom. The reformists had misquoted Avesta, scriptures twisted and misrepresented merely to prove their point that Proselytism being valid in our religion. Dasturji Faramroze Kutar studied Dr Saheb Faramroze Chiniwalla's book with impartially and as per his own knowledge of philology was impressed by Dr Saheb Faramroze Chiniwalla's book. Dastur Faramroze Kutar had at that time written a detailed review in Jame Jamshed paper and challenged the learned scholars to come forward and show their case in contrast to what has been written and proved by Dr Saheb Faramroze Chiniwalla in his above mentioned book. None showed up and accepted the challenge. Dastur Faramroze thus accepted with open arms ilme-Khshnoom and its teachings that Proselytism is not acceptable in our religion.

Dasturji Faramroze had implicit faith towards all the canons as shown in our Zarathosti deen and with his systematic studies strengthened his faith further. He was sweet natured and whenever there were various opinions he never lost his cool and always put forward his explanations and his view point with love and affection which was a sterling quality that he possessed.

Jehangirji Chiniwalla further reiterated that none were able to recognize the gem that we had in our midst called as Dastur Faramroze Navroji Kutar and Magnum Opus Shahnamah that he translated in Gujarati into 10 Masterly Volumes. As a token of appreciation and on behalf of "ilme Khshnoom felavnari Committee" he was posthumously honoured with a Casket and Certificate of recognition or "Maanpatra" for his noble services of translating Shahnameh and other works. Dasturji Faramroze's oil painting frame was also inaugurated and kept open for the devotees to view.

Late Jehangirji Chiniwalla further said that today Samast Anjuman has gathered to pay homage to such a great soul which is itself very heartwarming and satisfactory. Our community has many things to learn from illustrious and distinguished life of Dasturji Faramroze Navroji Kutar.

………………To be continued


What follows next is full serializing in Parts the complex subject of “The 16 qualities of an Athrawan” from Parsee Avaz of 1959. Also detailed explanation is required which I have given from Parsee Avaz dated 22.11.1959. Late Jehangirji Sohrabji Chiniwala has given a beautiful Khshnoomic explanation as to why did the magician fail in finding out what was hidden (Padan) in Late Dasturji Faramroze N Kutar’s hand (fist) and how this miracle was possible. Besides we tend to call any phenomenon that does not fit in our five physical senses as miracle but such is not the case. The tenets of our religion if observed meticulously and sincerely will one day lead us to salvation and the powers that come along with it is no short of miracle to an ordinary human mind with his physical five senses. Detailed explanation will follow the Series in Parts yet to come.

Firdosh


Hum Mithra at 7 a.m.

2 Yatha Ahu Vairyo, 1 Ashem Vohu

"Let no harm come upon the Traditional Zoroastrian flag and its values which are so dear to us. Let the reformists agenda never suceed and their nefarious plans be upturned. Let no harm befall upon Pavmahal of India that is - our Iranshah of Udwada and all Atash Behram, Atash Adran and Dadgah of India. The things that we value most like Holy consecrated Fire(Pavmahal), Dokhmas, Sudreh Kusti which acts as a weapon to thwart evil, and let us protect our racial traits of Parsi panu through Boonak Pasbani by not marrying outside. That is how we will be able to maintain our true Zarathosti Khandani. Let the advent of Shah Behram Varjawand and his fore runners come soon and protect us from this mess. Let my Kusti Padiav and my Tarikats be helpful to nature to fight for the cause of Righteousness against the evil negative forces of Drujis, and may it protect us all Zarathustis and entire humanity who live by religion and its tenets"

........1 Yatha Ahu Vairyo, 2 Ashem Vohu

The Five Gathas

What is Avesta Ba Azaenteesh, Gatha Mat Azaenteesh ???

Paigambar Saheb himself composed 21 Nasks of Frashusho Mathra of yazatic language, later on under instructions of Dadar Ahuramazda himself, he gave permission to his disciples to compose 21 Nasks of ''Manthra Spenta'' of Avesta, which narrates Cosmogenenesis or ''Shrusti Rachna''. That is why these Manthra are called as Avesta. ''A'' meaning that which has got no beginning nor ending, and ''Vesta'' or VID= to know or an all encompassing knowledge having no beginning or end . Not every Time cycle is same and there is always a difference between each Time frame. At every beginning of such Time cycle a Rainidar also known as ''Deen-Arastar'' under strict permission of nature, is given kshathra or righteous authority by none other than Dadar Ahuramazda and under supervision of Zarathustra. Rainidar who descends observes the Time cycle with spiritual foresight in Sezda or Cinematography and assesses the type of souls that will descend with a certain type of collective kesas or karma which they will have to tackle with during their individual lifetime cycle known as ''Zarvane Thvash Khadat''. Taking into consideration the karma of those souls descending, the Rainidar likewise does arrange appropriately 21 Nasks suitable for them, from Frashusho Manthra and Manthra Spenta. The Rainidar as per Stoat Yasna adds in it the riddle which is in code also known as ''Azaenteesh'' i.e. Avesta along with its original deep import entwined in it. The Rainidar thus hands over such composed Avesta which is ''tailor made'' for those particular souls whose collective karma is entwined in that Time frame. Our last Rainidar Dastur Aderbad Marespand under whose Dasturi we all are living in has himself composed new Avesta and Patet appropriate for our souls transmutation. Hence whatever Avesta we have with us is riddled with deep import known as ''Azaenteesh''. Each word of such Avesta has got 9 different levels of understanding in it which is connected with our nine seams of our physical body. They are composed of 3 physical levels, 3 non-physical levels, and 3 Minoi levels. That is how we progress further towards physical form of perfection or Tandarosti, by keeping our ultra-physical body healthy and thus achieve perfection known as Mun-Darosti, and we will finally achieve perfection of Minoi body known as Ruvan-Darosti. Thus by Ruvan Darosti the Minoi triad of Ruvan-Baod-Farohar within our body is nourished and activated which can connect us straight away with yazatic forces in nature.

For clear understanding let us take as an example of one avesta word - ''SRAOSH''. This word taken from view point of physical body and ultra physical body namely mind (Tan, Mun) the meaning of this Avesta word is complete obedience. Wherever our physical body and ultra-physical body viz Tan, Mun is concerned or it requires to be treated by using spiritual Medicine than according to azaentesh = Mithra of Sarosh this Avesta word can imply – “complete implicit obedience”, the other side of the coin is known as ''Faith''. We find the word ''Saroshem'' in avesta which has same meaning in it. Later on Sarosh Yazat the spiritual Doctor along with its assistant helper yazats develops ''Saroshem'' as a spiritual power in that particular individual. The other meaning of the word Sarosh can be taken as Yazatic force prevailing.

Hence avesta with its Azaenteesh= Mithra, or Gathas with its Azaenteesh=Mithra (which can be recited separately from Yajashne) the word ''SRAOSH'' can either mean complete obedience or it can mean the yazatic power known as Sarosh, and the key to decipher it is by using Stoat Yasna

To sum up “Avesta Ba Azaenteesh”, or “Gatha Mat Azaenteesh” Manthra has been composed by Rainidar of that Time frame from 21 Nasks of Frashusho Mathra and ''Manthra Spenta'' by using Stoat Yasna and as explained above, the Rainidar has been authorized by nature itself having seal of approval from Dadar Ahura Mazda himself. With Stoat Yasna as the base of Manthra and Mithra that goes along with it, Avesta prayers has the capacity of attuning with that particular Yazata for which Yasht is recited thereby fulfilling the objective of prayer. These Manthra has 9 levels of understanding having 9 different shape of stoat, which has 9 different Mithras that can work in 9 different manners. Vendidad and other prayers that we have today with us work in such a manner of Azaenteesh. Meaning those Manthras having 9 different Mithras that can function in 9 different manner, which if recited for a particular occasion does its work flawlessly. In short Avesta Manthra prayed by us has 9 different levels.

Hence Azaenteesh Manthra has within it capacity to revive Tan- Mun- Ruvan- Keherp ''Darosti'' with help of Mithras, those Manthras work as spiritual medicine. When an Adept or skilful Ashvan Dastur prays those same Manthras instead of 9 different ways that it works for us, it works in 9 x 9, that is in 81 different manner and these Manthras now act like a weapon in skillful hands of an Ashwan. Such an Amaldar Ashwan with his power of Ashoi when he prays Vendidad than he gets amazing results out of his kriya. That amazing result is known to us all, that Vendidad if prayed by a Saheb having amal can smite Druj using Vendidad as a weapon. If a person whose physical body and mind (Tan, Mun) is affected with this Druji and falls critically mentally ill, than such a terminally ill person can be revived by such an adept who uses Manthras with special Mithras who finally achieve the desired objective of ''Darosti''.

This is what an adept Amaldar Ashwan with his Ashoi can do with Manthra 9 x 9 times, but we ordinary Bastekustian who have Avesta Manthra with us has got 9 types of Azaenteesh, if those Manthra when lawfully prayed with appropriate Mithra can even achieve similar results but to a lesser extent as compared to an ashwan. The biggest example of such an exercise of decimating Druji is the magical potent Geh-Sarna (Ahunavad Gatha) that a Mobed prays before a body is consigned to Dokhmenashini.

Sarosh Yasht Vadi kardo 3:-

Let us try to see what Sarosh Yasht Vadi kardo 3 says;-

Yo Poryo Gathao ...........Frasastayecha

It literally means that before Zarathustra saheb manifested Gathas Manthra, and before it was recited by anyone Sarosh Yazat first sang Gathas. Gathas which are five in number and are of Asho Zarathustra
those Gathas were first recited by Sarosh Yazat.

The tavil of it has deeper layer of understanding which can be further analyzed. It means that in nature there is a Talismatic force known as ''Zarathustra Gatha'' having special function of running different religions -Varna. One of these Gathic channel belongs to Zarathustra which influences and governs the other four Gathic channels. The 5 Gathas of Zarathustra that we have on this earth are merely an extension of elemental force known as ''Zarathustra Gatha'', the actual 5 Gathic forces existing in nature that assist in running 5 religions of earth which follows ''laws of Jzhirum''. Before Paigambar Saheb actually descends for his mission on this earth he had to work upon this elemental of Zarathustra Gatha which is in nature. The elemental field of this Gatha force is nurtured and nourished by Sarosh Yazat himself, the work of nurturing this elemental is being done relentlessly even before Paigambar Zarathustra began his actual mission on this earth. Sarosh Yazat by singing and reciting Gathas nourishes and nurtures this elemental field of ''Zarathustra Gatha'' in nature. From the above explanation it is apparent that all religions are God made, and are never man made as many of us would like to think it that way.

To be more precise we analyze further that superficially it has not to be taken in literal sense that Sarosh Yazat recites before Zarathustra descends on earth the avesta prayers which we recognize on this earth as 5 Gathas. But it actually means that the 5 Gathas that we pray, the Stoatic vibrations that emanates after its recital are similar to vibrations that float in nature which belongs to Sarosh Yazad whose functions are many and whose vibrations have been repeated before and will continue aiding nature in future. Thus by our small prayers we assist Sarosh Yazad in his Herculean task. In short as the Yazats work in nature through Stoat Yasna similarly Avesta prayers that we have with us and with its recital, its stoatic vibrations aids many functions of Yazads.

Further Sarosh Yazad does not sing and recite the Gathas in one manner only, but in 9 different ways of Mithra - Azaentesh. Again those basic 9 different ways are further multiplied to 9, which are further multiplied in 9 different ways. i.e 9 x 9 x 9 different functions that a Yazad does in nature. Thus Sarosh Yasht Vadi kardo 3 further says

''Afrasmanivan, Vachastivat mut Azaentesh''

Translation - Sarosh Yazad sang Gathas in many different ways of Azaentesh.


The Mission of Asho Zarathustra and his Gathas :-

Asho Zarathustra His double mission on this earth was first to make prior arrangements and make way for other 4 Varnas - religions that will manifest later at ordained time for the benefit of mankind, including repairing and reviving old Mazdiyasni Deen and renaming it as Mazdiyasni Zarathosti Deen. All this is based on nature’s law of Jzhirum. ''Zarathustra Gathas'' the Talismanic Yazatic elemental force existing in nature is responsible in nourishing these 5 religions. Paigambar Zarathustra is overall in charge of it, and similar to above mentioned Yazatic elemental of ''Zarathustra Gathas'', part of his mission was to compose by Stoat Yasna similar Mathra of Gathas along with its Mithra as per "Azaentesh" that will assist this Yazatic elemental in nature. Before the actual mission Paigambar saheb will be performing on this earth, Sarosh Yazad relentlessly and untiringly nurture Talismanic divine field of ''Zarathustra Gathas'' existing in nature in different ways of ''Azaentesh''.

Today the Gathas and Avesta with us have been composed by our last Rainidar Saheb as per Stoat Yasna made suitable for us that will assist in our Yasna. So it is quite apparent that present Gathas/Avesta we have with us are different from the original Gathas/Avesta of olden times, this fact we have to bear in our mind.

1) Ahunvad Gatha

The function of Nad of Ahu is to replace the field of ignorance or Devyasni forces bestrewed all over and spread Ahu Parasti in lieu of it. So on this earth where there are pockets of Bete-Noire Devyasni forces more prevailing, and in order to neutralize it the Yazatic Gathic force that acts on it is and spreads order is called as Ahu-na- vad Gatha. The Dravao or ignorance of souls connected to Saturn Varna that will descend later is very gross. They are Atheists, faithless full of arrogance, pride, and worship self only instead of acknowledging Ahu Parasti and its nature. The seeds of Ahunavad Gatha force that will grow later and whose foundation Paigambar saheb nourished and nurtured during his mission on this earth had been sown, and will later work and alchemize ignorance of such souls. Thus our Paigambar saheb apart from being called as Athravan (Magi Priest), Rathestar (Warrior), and Hutox (Servant of Dadar Ahura Mazda) is also called as "Vastriyosh" or farmer who sows seeds and nurtures it.

As Ahunavad Gatha works can alchemize gross Dravao of a ignorant souls, so it can work on any sort of Dravao of Druji. The Druji e nashu which is highest form of druji that takes shape once the "Rigor Mortis" sets in or decay of physical body begins. But behind this Rigor Mortis lies the dark forces existing in nature which gets nourished and multiply manifold, where white side of nature has no place in this process. The last thoughts of dying person aides and abets these dark forces further only to take charge of the body and its surrounding. Ahunavad Gatha by recitation of its Mathra decimates the Druj e Nashu and subtle contagion to a substantial extent. Except for the Ahunavad Gatha no other Gatha can fight against Drujenashu as done by Ahunavad Gatha itself. The functions of other Gathas are different as explained further.

2) Ushtavad Gatha:-

Ushta or bliss can be of two kinds. One is bliss that takes us nearer to almighty. The other is temporary worldly bliss that one enjoys for self gratification which only leads us to further misery. In Adultery there is no place for Divine Ushta.

The Yazatic Minoi force known as Ustavad Gatha will show true path to the souls belonging to Asman of Nahid or Venus Jzhirum and for their spiritual progress. It helps in developing one's Ushtan thereby making one realize the true power of attraction towards nature and its beauty or having eternal intercourse with God, rather than being betwixt Devil and deep blue seas in endless pursuit of fulfilling passion for womanly beauty which tempts us to temptation but it never quenches our eternal thirst to be one. This obsession makes us loose the real path where our attention is diverted. The souls of Varna who believe in not missing any opportunity for sexual enjoyment and thus achieve assumed temporary bliss have forgotten their bearings, and are ignorant of difference between "Ishk e hakiki" or attraction towards God’s beauty and "Ishke Mijaji" or wordly attraction to women’s frail beauty which reduces due to age. Paigambar saheb as a Vastriyosh - divine farmer had during his mission and short stay on this earth
sown the seeds of Ushtavad Gatha which is a copy of that force already existing in Minoi world and capable of developing our "Ushtan" and showing us true path of divine bliss or Ushta.

In future after “Vikhiz” of Paigambar Saheb after he has completed his Mission of laying foundation for other religions, the seeds of Ushtvad Gatha sown by Paigambar saheb will bear fruits at right time in nature and assist in spiritual progress of souls of Shukra (Venus) Varna to be born later.

3) Spentomad Gatha:-
To spread Spenti in the universe is the function of the Yazatic force of Spentomad Gatha. Spenti can't be achieved by violence, forced conversion, fanatism or on assumed philosophy adopted to suit one's own thinking. But the Yazatic force of Spentomad Gatha teaches one to be Pantheist, tolerant and respect the rights of other humans to amicably coexist with one another by living and letting others to live. The Dravao attached to those lost souls belonging to Asman of Hashem or Mangal (Mars) Jzhirum is gross and the Yazatic Gathic force of Spentomad Gatha helps in bringing them on right track by showing true path of Spenti. Paigambar saheb as a Vastriyosh - divine farmer had during his mission and short stay on this earth sown the seeds of Spentomad Gatha which is a copy of that force already existing in Minoi world.


4) Vohukhshathra Gatha:-
The power of Yazatic force Vohukhsthra Gatha existent in minoi world is potent enough for one to realize the futility of running for worldly power for worldly power corrupts which will only add to our rebirths, but if same power used rightly and justly will inspire us to seek for the true power lying dormant and unused within us. The Dravao attached to souls belonging to Asman of Tarad or Mercury (Budh) Jzhirum forces them in unending cycles of Reincarnation. The Yazatic Gathic force of Vohukhshthra Gatha helps in bringing them on right track. Paigambar saheb as a Vastriyosh - divine farmer had during his mission and short stay on this earth sown the seeds of Vohukhshathra Gatha which is a copy of that force already existing in Minoi world.


5) Vahistoisht Gatha:-
The function of this Gatha is to lead one to Khetvodat in which a soul achieves liberation by being whole and complete. Khetvodat is marriage of a soul in heaven when male and female counterpart of a soul merges into one complete soul. Vahishtoish Gatha makes one realize the significance of ''Khetvodat'' or being complete whole ready to merge with supreme Consciousness and will thus pave smooth path for achieving it. We can achieve it with help of khshnoom thereby building for us kherad, hosh, and spiritual valour. The Yazatic Gathic force in minoi world that helps in achieving merging of a soul to be one is called as "Zarathustra Gatha" and Paigambar saheb of Mazdayasni Zarathosti Deen. He besides being first prophet and Ratu is overall in charge of all religions and makes arrangements for other religions which will manifest later after him.

A note of caution for the reader that Ahunvad Gatha should not be recited continuously by a devotee but a small interval gap should be kept in between. This is so because its vibrations are potent enough to break the worldly attraction of a deceased soul so that he can progress further. Similarly a pregnant women where a soul is in waiting to be born on this earth should not be present when Ahunvad Gatha is recited and the mother should abstain from reciting Ahunavad Gatha during pregnancy. Such is not the case with the other four Gathas which can be recited daily.

Especially Vahistoisht Gatha which is very small is beneficial for a Baste Kustian Zarathusti, so that we attune ourselves with Zarathustra Gatha elemental force lying in nature. Our Paigambar Saheb is overall in charge of it. This Zarathustra Gatha force which is on 6th Burjishi Asman – Jupiter Jhzirum and works in tandem with Ahurmazd Ameshaspand. The great Ruvan of our Paigambar Zarathustra Saheb and its lineage is attached with this Asman which will spread throughout Khanirathbami Earth. Our Vakhshure Vakhsuran Paigambar Saheb ( Prophet of Prophets) will work as Ahu and Ratu whose name is also Zarathustra Saheb.

The ultimate goal of Zorastrian on path of tarikat, and Ashoi is in achieving Khetvodat of a soul, or our soul becoming as one where male and female counter part merge and become whole. Our Mazdiyasni Zarathosti deen helps us in achieving this goal and path of Ashoi is the means of achieving it. With this Mithra we should pray Vahishtoisht Gatha. Khetvodat is the first step towards Farshogard of a soul which is considered as the final goal.

Best Regards,

Firdosh

Reference:- 1) Khshnoom Harmala No 2 "Buland Gehsarna ni Kriya" Page 17 to 24 by Dr. Faramroze S. Chiniwala
2) Shudha Uchar ni Khordeh Avesta of PVTS page 796 to 799
3) Reference no 1 reprinted in Dini Avaz Volume 6 No 4 July- August 1981 Page 31

Kusti Padiyav

What is Kusti Padyab ? and various forms of Kusti prayers.



The Kusti prayers is one of the smallest prayers in our deen. This prayer is also called as "Padiyav Sazi" prayer. A Zarathosti Bastekustian is supposed to keep his Kusti Padyab intact. In short it means that he is supposed to do kusti prayers as many times in a day and keep this practice intact.

On further elaboration it means that a human body having three layers of bodies consisting of physical bodies, ultra physical bodies and divine bodies where Ruvan resides. The physical body consist of Tanu (muscles, flesh, bones), Gaetha (Organs) and Azda (invisible to naked eye or by any scientific gadgets) encompassing the physical body. Azda maintains our physical body. Healing of a wound, body fatigue or thirst/Hunger pangs are maintained and controlled by the invisible nature of Azda unknown to today's science.

The physical bodies and ultra physical bodies overlap with each other. On the other side are Divine bodies. Sandwiched between them lies therein an energy or gateway connecting physical/Ultra physical bodies with divine bodies. This energy is known as "Khoreh". Thus Khoreh surrounds the Physical body. Next to Khoreh is Keherp consisting of 16 Chakras which is subtly connected with Ruvan. The outer macrocosmic life sustaining nature nourishes the Keherp and energizes it. It is through Keherp that the outer life supporting nature or "Khudrat" meets Azda and supports our physical body via Khoreh. We all can see how nature is complex and intrigue us with its marvelous functions performed with perfection.

In short Khoreh is the energy of connecting link between outer macrocosmic life sustaining Khudrat and that part of divinely inspired almost perfect Keherp or "Khoda rasida Keherp" which is microcosmic, situated in our physical body but yet is aloof. The other part of Keherp is called as "Madar Keherp" which sustains physical body just as a Mother will sacrifice all her comforts get herself dirty and keep her child clean.The life supporting nature performs its selfless duty and nourishes the physical body of a sinful person also, so that even a sinner can finish off his Keshash and proceed spiritually on its path to perfection.

So we have to maintain our Khoreh in a particular manner by keeping it clean, that Khoreh which links outer macrocosmic world with our microcosmic inner world of our physical body. Our Khoreh carries in itself the dual imprints of physical body as well as of Keherp. The physical body during lifetime carries all sorts of thoughts, words and deeds good as well as bad, these thoughts materialize into actions which are good as well as bad. The result of actions the body has to carry the burden and fruits of his actions which lies as imprint in his Khoreh. Khoreh also carries within itself the combined effects of divinely inspired near perfect Keherp and its imprint which is always beneficial, and the imprint of our physical body with all its negative flaws. The physical body with its actions causes disturbance in Khoreh, but the near perfect Keherp continues sending its life supporting beneficial imprints on khoreh. The purpose behind following Tarikats is to obtain maximum benefits by keeping our khoreh clean and imbibe within the beneficial effects of near perfect Keherp also called as "Khoda Rasida Keherp".

A human even whilst following day to day normal exercise of eating, drinking, and going to toilet creates disorder in his khoreh and further makes it impure. Our Khoreh which lies sandwiched in between (near perfect) keherp and physical body can act as an gateway for the physical body to enter keherp. Our Physical body then becomes “Gavmand” like that part of our Keherp which is near perfect. Sudreh Kusti is “Bakhtar” or weapon given to us by Paegambar sahib which help us to open that door of Khoreh to step into Keherp. Our Khoreh as well as our Sudreh Kusti contains impurities which arises out of our day to day exercise like eating, drinking, and toilet as well as life sustaining benevolent effects of our near perfect Keherp in it. Khoreh is necessary for our physical existence and equally important is our Sudreh Kusti which is our weapon or “Bakhtar” to keep our khoreh clear. Without Khoreh we cannot exist and equally important is Sudreh Kusti for salvation by keeping our Khoreh clean.

Other way of saying is that our Khoreh compositely consists of 1) Good as well as bad imprints of our physical body which in turn is transmitted to our Sudreh Kusti. In addition to this, 2) the benevolent effects that is prevalent in higher Keherp and is life sustaining also do get lodged in our sudreh Kusti. Only if balance is finely tuned and well maintained between these two under currents of Khoreh then and only then can we get access to entrance door of Khoreh. And just how do you maintain this balance.???, is explained below:- Our physical body that we see, unfailingly emits perspiration/sweat which translated is called as “Tafun” or bad heat and which has to be kept under control. Also our inner thoughts or Batein Mithra that dictates our life style has to be controlled first. Meher Patet that is speaking truth and accepting what comes our way as our own self-made karma and resolving never to commit that same mistake again is known as Patet. This is a very powerful Zoroastrian Yoga which will help us towards salvation. Above this we have to abide by observing druj Parhej Tarikats and use of Gomez Nirang. With help of Sudreh Kusti one can, through Kusti Padiyab keep a check and control on bad vibes. This is sure way of keeping negative vibes in control.

Hence Sudreh Kusti and Khoreh both work together in tandem. Fine tuning the two under currents(bad as well as good) in our Khoreh through small but very efficient ritual process of Kusti prayers is known as “Padiyav-Sazashneh”. Every time we go to toilet or whenever we remove Sudreh Kusti from our body before going to bath the balance in our khoreh gets distorted, hence we have to bring back the balance by performing this brief ritual of Kusti prayers. This can be taken as rational behind doing our Kusti Padiyav as many times as possible.

All Bastekustian Zarathosti are not alike and their Khoreh varies between person to person as per the life style they choose to adopt. For example Khoreh of a manual labourer, or a wealthy person who gets his work done by others and khoreh of a Deen Dastur need not be identically similar and they all vary. Hence the balancing factor known as “Putman” in a Khoreh is different for different individuals. The balance in Khoreh is different for individuals. Our Khoreh carries bad as well as good vibes like two sides of a same coin. The balancing effort put forth by various individuals in subjugating the bad vibes and augmenting good vibes in our khoreh is different for different individuals. Our Kusti prayers is given to us Bastekustians as a gift by our Vakshureh Vakshuran Paigambar Saheb in maintaining this balance or “Putman” in our khoreh.

Various types of Kusti Prayers:-

1) Kemna Mazda Kusti Prayers.
2) Sarosh Baaj Kemna Mazda Kusti Prayers.
3) Sarosh ni Kshnuman Kusti Prayers.


Similar to all Yasht and Niyaesh having various kshnumans, kusti prayers can be done with each Yazat’s Kshnuman in all big “Amals”. Hence Kusti prayers is done for maintain equilibrium or balance in our Khoreh. The above explanation will now make sense to us as to why a kusti prayers is so very much essential to us after every time we go to toilet and after our daily bath when we remove our sudreh kusti.

1) Kemna Mazda Kusti Prayers.

There is a rule which has to be understood by us every time we do our kusti, and also called as “Kusti Padiyav”, and it is as below:-

Chu saji padiyavat ashem kha kuni barham dhantra pashe aan.

Translation:- Before you perform padiyav pray Kshnaothra ….. ashem 1 and seal your lips close.

Bashuee dasto ru paet se reha,
Je rumalat numay saaf ru raa.

Translation:- Wash your exposed hands, face and feet three times and wipe it with a dry hanker-chief or a towel.

Pasi Nerang kha kemna Mazda
Hameh ta yak Ashem vohe ejacha

Translation:- Then pray kemna mazda Nirang till Nemsecha ya Armaitish ejacha followed by one ashem.

Then you pray “Nirang e Kusti Bastan”, that is “Hormazd Khodai”, and 2 Yatha, 1 Ashem whilst tying Kusti knots ahead and at back of our waist, and then pray Jasmeh Avengeh Mazda Mazdayasno ahmi …….Ashem 1. Hence by doing above procedure “Padiyav Sajasneh” has been done.

The above Farsi lines has been transliterated from Gujarati book by Kawasji Dadabhoy which was in vogue then and was supposed to be first Avesta book written in Gujarati script, from Saddar bahereh Tavil Baab 39, 54,84.

When it is mentioned here as “Kemna Mazda Nirang”, it can mean plain Kemna Mazda Kusti prayers, and also Kemna Mazda Kusti Prayers plus Sarosh Baaj. During our day to day affairs when we come in contact with various individuals, and have to go often to toilet then our above mentioned balance or Putman in our Khoreh gets distorted or disheveled often. In such a situation we can pray only Kemna Mazda Kusti prayers. Those individuals doing physical manual work can opt to perform Kemna Mazda Kusti prayers, and later on if we want to pray further can pray Sarosh Baaj later and then proceed further with respective Geh prayers, and continue other prayers. This is short synopsis of “Kemna Mazda Nirang”.

2) Sarosh Baaj Kemna Mazda Kusti Prayers:-

But if we want to go a little further and wish to maintain stronger balance or “Putman” of our Khoreh, then we can pray “Sarosh Baaj Kemna Mazda” Kusti Prayers. That is pray Kemna Mazda Kusti followed by Sarosh Baaj. Regarding Kusti Padiyav in “Saddar e Bundaheshne” Baab 85 it is mentioned :- Pray one Ashem and then wash your face, hands, feet, and wipe it dry with a hankerchief or towel.

To sum up “Nirang e Kemna Mazda” consists of plain Kemna Mazda Kusti and for further maintaining strong balance Putman of our Khoreh can pray Sarosh Baaj kemna Mazda, that is pray Kemna Mazda kusti prayers and then recite Sarosh Baaj.

During course of our day to day affairs that we have to handle on daily basis when we come in contact with Juddin non Parsee friends, we can pray Kemna Mazda kusti, no harm in that, but if we want to pray further then we have to pray definitely Sarosh baaj after Kemna Mazda Kusti prayers that is “Sarosh Baaj Kemna Mazda” Kusti Prayers and then continue with other prayers. Kadmi’s kusti prayers is slightly different from our’s, and their Kusti has Sarosh Baaj kusti in their kusti. Some of the Kadmis wrongly believed that if they do their Sarosh Baaj Kemna Kusti prayers then there is no need to do Sarosh Baaj again but that is incorrect and they have to do Sarosh baaj again after their Kadmi Kusti. Presently Mulla Phiroze Kadmis does it that way, whereas Kadmis of Surat whatever Kusti they do they unfailingly pray Sarosh Baaj after Kusti.

Over here Kusti Padiyav consists of 2 Nirangs that 1) Kemna Mazda Nirang as well as 2) Nirang e Kusti Bastan which is nothing else but our Hormazda Khodai prayers. Here in India Shahenshahi tola pray only Kemna Mazda kusti but when they pray further they do pray Sarosh Baaj after it, but in Iran Kadmis does their Kadmi “Sarosh Baaj Kemna Mazda” Kusti Prayers but when they pray further they do not take trouble of praying Sarosh Baaj after it. (For those who want to know real significance of doing Sarosh Baaj should refer explanation by Dr Saheb Faramroze Chiniwala in his Khordeh Avesta Ba Khshnoom Book Page No 97.)

Very briefly the explanation is given below:-

As Shakespeare says all the world’s a stage and we are its’ actors. We perform our part or role in a play and get on with life. Besides physical death is not be all and end of everything it is merely a transitionary stage from physical world to many Spiritual worlds where we learn our individual lessons well. As said in Bible “In my Father’s house there are many Mansions”. In our life experience is a good teacher, and different situations that we come across in our life is not by accident but it has its own purpose of a lesson to be learnt by us.
Quoting Shakespeare again "There is some soul of goodness in things evil; Would man diligently try it to distill?" In our journey to perfection we have to endure many reincarnations and we learn a lesson step by step. Whatever lessons we have learnt, we have earned it well and will never forget. Thus we proceed step by step to perfection. In one’s life time we reincarnate we do not go empty handed and we benefit even a little bit from lessons learnt in one’s life time. These are our earnings or our treasure we have to keep it secured and is called as Saroshem ni Gati. In Khshnoomic parlance 5 senses holding Saroshem ni Gati is called as “Panj e Zarvikesh e Batein” also called as 5 divine senses that we have earned in our total reincarnations till now.

Our individual Panj e Zarvikesh e Batein or many reincarnation earnings is stored somewhere near our pineal gland right at top of our head or crowning glory. The need to cover our head all the time is to nourish Panj e Zarvikesh e Batein and to protect it from atmospheric friction with our hair and thus minimize bad heat known as “Tafoon”. But in our physical life it is our physical 5 senses also known in Khshnoomic parlance as “Panj e Zarvikesh e Zaher” that provides us with worldly senses and temptations which repel us in another direction taking us away from our natural affinity towards divine Panj e Zarvikesh e Batein. Numerically no 5 is divine number signifying complete obedience and in service to Ahu. That is work done by Sarosh Yazad. And it is these 5 divine senses also known as Panj e Zarvikesh e Batein that comes under jurisdiction of Sarosh Yazad, and also called as sarosh ni Gati. Depending upon Saroshem Gati earned by the soul the consciousness of individual much depends upon it. Likewise it establishes contact with God head known as “Dharam no Baap”. We have to bind our passions and seas of 5 earthly senses “Panj e Zarvikesh e Zaher” to seas of 5 divine senses of “Panj e Zarvikesh e Batein” which will establish higher contact with souls who have already achieved their salvation and are known as “Dharam no Baap” who will gives us timely guidance by prick of conscience every time our 5 earthly senses tempt us with temptations, thereby building Kherad. The small prayer of Sarosh Baaj helps us in achieving this objective.


Kadmi Kusti

The Kadmis does their Sarosh Baaj Kemna Mazda” Kusti Prayers in a particular way and can be referred from any Kadmi Khordeh avesta book and is as under:- As they proceed Sarosh Baaj they do not pray big Sarosh Khshnooman and pray right till end of sarosh Baaj and then they do Nirang e Kusti Bastan that is Hormazda Khodai and then end up their Kusti with a Jasmeh Avengeh Mazda Mazdiiyasno ahmi…….


3) Sarosh ni Kshnuman Kusti Prayers.

Ustad Saheb Behramshah Nowroji Shroff has done our community a great service and has passed to us a gift of Sarosh ni Kusti through (Toofel) watchful guidance from his Ustads of Demavand Koh hidden from us.
By praying Sarosh ni kusti or as it is called Sarosh ni Khshnooman Kusti Prayers the above mention balance or “Putman” can be easily maintained by us. This type of Kusti is specially meant to be performed especially when we have in our midst “Vahizki Fasal Pavmahal”. But in today’s times we have in our midst “Shahenshahi Hushmurdi Amal” Pavmahal, a sincere Bastekustian who wants to adhere to all given tarikaats can follow and practice Sarosh ni khsnooman kusti. The compilation of Sarosh ni Kusti have same principle on which Niyaesh and Yasht prayers are based upon. Before we pray Niyaesh and Yasht prayers there is Khsnuman of that Particular Yazad. Similarly in Sarosh ni Kusti we have big as well as small Sarosh ni Khsnuman. Now we see how exactly Sarosh ni kusti is done.

First pray Kshnaothra ahura Mazda ashem 3.

Sarosh ni Baaj Kemna Mazda sathe akhee levi

That is pray from Sarosh Baaj the para that begins with:-

Fravaraneh Mazda yasno Zaratthustris veedaevo ahura takesho then recite whatever Geh is required then big as well small Sarosh ni Khsnuman … uptil …… ahunem vairim Tanum paiti and Yatha 1.

Then full kemna Mazda ….. ejacha ashem 1.Then untie kusti after this and pray full Hormuzda Khodai ……., then tie kusti knots on our waist whilst reciting 2 yatha and 1 ashem, first in front (2 yatha) and then behind (1 ashem)

Then full Jasmeh avengeh Mazda Mazdayasna Ahmi Mazdayasna Zarathustrish ……………………………… Mazdayasnoish Astuetish ashem 1.

Sarosh ni Baaj bae(2) yatha yasnemcha thee Mukvi

Then pray 2 Yatha. And Yasnemcha Vahmemecha Ojascha Zavarehcha afrinami, saroshe asyahe, takhmeh tanu mathrahe………….ahuryahe. ashem 1. Ahmai Rashcha - Hajangaram - Jasmeh avengeh Mazda - Kerfeh Mozda and end with 1 Ashem.

For detailed Sarosh ni Kusti with Mithra by Late Banoobai Kekushru Mody refer to the pdf file in the link provided :- http://kiwi6.com/file/68mxp6843v

The above mentioned Sarosh ni Kusti is naturally so very much beneficial to us that we tend to have affinity to it once we have done it and continue doing it again and again. By performing this Sarosh ni Kusti our Khoreh is preserved very efficiently. If one of family members is doing this Sarosh ni Kusti regularly then the beneficial effects of this Kusti is passed on to other family members also, even though they may not be performing sarosh ni kusti themselves. The other family members in the house not performing Sarosh ni Kusti get benefitted in such a way that even the balance or “Putman” of their Khoreh is well maintained or attuned with others. That is true meaning of “Hamkalam”. “Hamkalam” means the Khoreh of all other family members gets adjusted as per their individual capacity and gets equally balanced as per their individual Putman. Obviously the family member who is performing this Sarosh ni Kusti himself gets benefitted, besides those members not performing this type of Kusti benefits as per their individual capacity and Putman or balance as applicable to him/ her. If one person is doing one type of kusti and other doing other type in a family, these three types of Kusti can be performed by being a “Marefat” or a medium to one another, in a sense that one becomes a “Jyoti” while other becomes a “Rathvi”. “Jyoti” and “Rathvi” are terms used for two individuals performing same Kriya or Yasna ceremony in partnership to one another. Sarosh ni Kusti is a gift to our community from “Magumards” or hidden Masters of Demavand and given to us through “Marefat” of Ustad saheb Behramshah N.Shroff. Besides the Kemna Mazda Kusti or Nirang e Kemna Mazda Kusti that others are following is not technically wrong and can be followed by those who are comfortable with it. They are all technically correct and only differs in degree of potency applicable to one another.

From the above article we can conclude the true significance and real meaning of 1) Nirang e Kemna Mazda or 2) Nirang e Kusti Bastan or 3) Padiyav Sajeshneh. Writing, saying or printing without knowing the deep import of these three words is equivalent to spreading confusion amongst faithful followers of our Deen. Our Deen has 1001 channels and entrances to it, entering into any one of those doors much depends up to individual’s capacity and the effort put forth by the individual only.

With Best wishes,

Firdosh K. Sukhia


Source:- Parsee Avaz dated 12.07.1970 Page 8 Excerpts taken from main article on major topic of “Navjote ni Kriya no Undo Bhed” serialized into many parts By Late Dr. Saheb Faramroze S. Chiniwala


2 Yatha Ahu Vairyo, 1 Ashem Vohu

"Let no harm come upon the Traditional Zoroastrian flag and its values which are so dear to us. Let the reformists agenda never suceed and their nefarious plans be upturned. Let no harm befall upon Pavmahal of India that is - our Iranshah of Udwada and all Atash Behram, Atash Adran and Dadgah of India. The things that we value most like Holy consecrated Fire(Pavmahal), Dokhmas, Sudreh Kusti which acts as a weapon to thwart evil, and let us protect our racial traits of Parsi panu through Boonak Pasbani by not marrying outside. That is how we will be able to maintain our true Zarathosti Khandani. Let the advent of Shah Behram Varjawand and his fore runners come soon and protect us from this mess. Let my Kusti Padiav and my Tarikats be helpful to nature to fight for the cause of Righteousness against the evil negative forces of Drujis, and may it protect us all Zarathustis and entire humanity who live by religion and its tenets"

........1 Yatha Ahu Vairyo, 2 Ashem Vohu

DESTINY vs. FREE WILL

[It is said that man is ruled by his destiny. Then why is it that when an individual achieves success he says that it is by his hard work and application? Shri Siavux Madon raises this issue in 'Parsi Avaz’ of 27-10-1968 and the editor Shri Jehangir Chiniwalla answers in his inimitable way with the help of Ilm-e-Kshnoom which is both educative and thought provoking for people like us. What follows is a translation in English by Minoo lrani from the original article in Gujeratl.]

Respected Editor,
Parsi Avaz.

An issue having importance from scientific angle has arisen recently. It is a question whether Astrology is an art or subject of science. Are our lives ruled by destiny or it is within our power to alter the course of our future? This question has engaged the mind of rational thinking man since times immemorial and has been debated eternally but no satisfactory and conclusive answer has been given either by astrologers, students of science or those who claim to be experts in human psychology metaphysics and allied subjects. Man claims that he is the master of his destiny and can control the course of his life as he wills, and refuses to accept that there are powers beyond his control who have set and are influencing the course and events of his life.lt is this expression of arrogance which is evident when we hear someone say that "See, how my use of intelligence and efforts have rewarded me. One can achieve anything he wants only if he wills and works for it." But let something go wrong or let some calamity befall him and he will be the first to blame God for his misfortunes. Therefore the question arises as to how to distinguish between what man achieves by his own efforts and what destiny bestows on him? Is there a distinct line of separation between the two? I personally do not think that the two can be clearly distinguished because the degree of his success or failure depends upon the circumstances under which he has attempted the task.


If a person becomes a leader or occupies a high office or becomes the head of a state, people will applaud and say that he had worked for it and achieved it by his toil, sweat and money and not anybody can do so. But when the same person dies the same people will say that "It was God's Will." Those who had contested the elections but lost will say that "one has to be very fortunate to become a prime minister. Thus perceptions and opinions change. Some give credit to the person while others call it his good fortune when he becomes the prime minister but all will be unanimous in calling his death as an "act of God".
If your good self would like to know my personal opinion, I must say that it is pure destiny which bestows good or bad fortune on a man according to the deeds of his past lives, because if it is not willed by God, no matter however much he exerts, he will not only not be able to achieve his objective but even suitable circumstances or opportunity will not arise in his life.
Astrologers who are supposed to be giving prognosis by reading the life chart cannot keep themselves from expressing their opinion when an incident occurs which defies their knowledge of astrology. A case in point is that of a famous American astrologer Mrs. Dickson who had said that "I had premonition whilst predicting the murder of John Kennedy but I had no such intuition in advance in the case of Bobby Kennedy's death. lf Bobby Kennedy would have avoided the circumstances , he would have been alive today."This opinion of Mrs. Dickson was also echoed by famous Indian astrologers Shri Ajanta Jain and Shrimati lndumati Pandit. Thus these astrologers seem to be leaning on both sides and are not firm in their opinion. You sir are reputed 'to be having good knowledge of the subject will be able to throw more light. Here there is a clash of destiny and man's will. In one case they are saying that it was destiny which led John Kennedy to his death whereas in the case of Robert Kennedy they are implying that he was not careful enough and did not use his intelligence to avoid the circumstances under which he was murdered by a gunman. Should these opinions be taken to be contradictory and can we just let go and take them as opinions of experts without debating it?
Some clarification has been given in the past issues of 'Parsi Avaz' However I earnestly request your good self to once again explain from both astrological and Kshnoomic point of view. Can destiny be altered? How far can free will and intelligence of a man help in changing the effects of the weak planets in his birth chart? Is death due to suicide, accident, murder or by wounds caused by weapons to be taken as one's fate? If such death is predetermined by Nature then why does the soul of such a person undergo traumatic experiences after death? How far does the above theory of self will in one case and destiny in another justified? Please explain.


Siavux Sheriarii Madon

Reply of Shri J. S. Chiniwala, Editor - Parsi Avaz.
Note : Brother Siavux Madon is very learned and comes from a respected family. This young man from the lineage of athornans of Navsari holds university degrees of BA, MA, LLB and possesses keen sense of learning and intelligence, He is also an earnest student of ilme-khshnoom. His innate wisdom, university education and deep study of the scriptures of Zoroastrian religion has developed in this young athornan complete faith and devotion for ilme-khshnoom and is so much enchanted by its music that if he wills he can develop virtues of patience and forbearance of Armaity in this life itself and pave his way towards spiritual progress which will help him to face and surmount the vicissitudes of life and lead a peaceful life.


I know Siavux's father, grandfather and grand uncle from my childhood. Ervad Pallonji Madon and Ervad Dinshaji Madon of D. P. Madon and Co. were close friends of my father, uncle and grandfather who were running business in Kanpith Bazaar of Surat. Such a young man having scholarly bent of mind coming from a renowned family has sent the above query and seeks an answer.

Most of the knowledge of astrology available with us today is taken from the extant scriptures of Hindu religion. Ilm-e-Zafar also known as Jame Jahanuma is the knowledge of the seven great epochs of time from Past of the Past to the Remotest Future. It was contained in the second group of seven Nasks called Datic Nasks and the third seven Nasks called Had-Mathric Nasks of the 21 Nasks prepared by Zarathushtra: The former dealt with various laws their usefulneess and application in life whilst the latter contained the knowledge concerning various illnesses affecting body mind and soul of man and their remedies. This has been told by Behramshaji. In the Vedic scriptures of the Hindus, astrology is referred to as the Eyes of Gods, Its parallel is to be found in Zorastrian religion where Khorshed and Meher are taken as the eyes of Ahuramazda.


It is necessary to have knowledge of Cosmogenesis to understand astronomy and astrology. Mazdayasni Zarathosti Din teaches that the Cosmos is made of Divine or Minoi world of endless lights comprising of 9th and 8th heavens both encompassing the entire universe. Next is the Hasti or Immortal universe comprising of seven concentric heavens which are revolving in the cosmic space also known as Jirmani Alam so called because they contain the seeds of the Jirum or Genera of souls to be classified. Each of these heavens has its own fire energy working in it and presided by a planet. Next comes Arvahi Alam an unseen but mortal universe lastly followed by Jismani Alam (Jism=body) the physical mortal temporal universe which is made of elemental matter and can be perceived. Our globe is located in this universe.


What is called Bhachakra in Gujerati or Zodiac in English has four grades. The original Zodiac is located in the 8th heaven and the stars appearing therein are the manifestation of the emancipated Ruwans called Yazatas. They are divine immortal beings. The cause of the sun that we see and many other suns of Nisti is Havare the Sun a Yazata in Keherpic form located in the 4th heaven of Jirmani Alam. Similarly the other planets are also Yazatic beings. The 4th Zodiac which is of the lowest grade and shadow of the original, forms the starry vault of our world. The stars located in this zodiac are made of elemental matter which the astrologers claim to see but that is not so. The zodiac has 12 signs and 27 constellations. Innumerable stars shining inside the keherpic forms of some of these 27 constellations are the emancipated counterpart Ruwans of those taking birth on earth working to achieve salvation. There is a corresponding star for each soul taking birth on earth.


It is the life force called Ushtan which sustains life of man. This munificent energy of Ushtanemanates from these stars and descends on earth entering the breath of each man without him being conscious of it. Two types of energies emanate from the stars located in this 4th elemental zodiac. Zorastrian reiigion teaches that some of the energies descend at their appointed time -'Parundi', bringing down Nature's bounty 'Niroi' which manifest as what is known to us as Gaharnbars. Cyclic seasons appearing on earth each bringing forth different powers of growth with its characteristic essence are due to these munificent bountiful energies of Nature. Besides these, certain other energies containing the seeds of Kesas or destiny apropos to each individual commonly known as 'The effects of the planets' also descend on earth.
These energies first enter the Keherp the ultra physical body of man through his breath. They then affect the mind. The thoughts of a person are thus influenced either for good or bad depending upon the benign or malignant aspects of the planets arranged according to his destiny. The person then leads either a righteous life or commits sins. This is a very short and simplified explanation leaving aside many difficult to understand issues provided by yours truly.
The physical body is kept alive and the maneuvers of the mind giving man either pleasant or painful experiences in life are due 'to the electro magnetic energy emanating from his ultra physical body Keherp. Keherp is a generic name given to three envelopes of the ultra physical body known as Ushtan Aap, Tevishi and Keherp. There are 16 revolving circles of energy located in Keherp known as Chakras in Avesta. They are formed of highly refined matter finer even than ether invisible to the human eye. Activities taking place In the microcosm of human body are due to the energy flowing out of these 16 chakras. If these chakras revolve in unision ,and in consonance with Nature then good results are produced but when they revolve in erratic fashion then harmful results are produced. The results of good or bad aspects of the planets descending upon an individual arranged in his birth chart according to his Kesas, effect the motion of the chakras.

What is known as Dradh Prarabdh (Immutable destiny)by the Hindus is known as Tabai in Ilm-e-Kshnoom. Earthly life of a man is determined by the nature of the earthly deeds of his past life. This is known as destiny of man. His behaviour in life is determined by Tabai and his deeds, words and thoughts are collectively known as Kaar according to Ilm-e-Kshnoom.
A man leads his life according to Tabai but there are two aspects in every man's life-one of which is that prompted by his Tabai and cannot be altered. It is known as Tabai-e-Kaar. His earthly parents, siblings, wife, children, relatives are predestined and fall under this category.Certain portion of Tabai-o-Kaar which descends upon man as his punishment can be altered to some degree. For example an Ashavan or a holy man can reduce the evil effects of the planets of his protégé by one third. Similarly if a man follows the promptings of his conscience and leads life according to moral law and observes the prescribed canons of holiness, then too he can avert the evil influence of his planetary aspect to some extent.

Universal truth is that Nature does not forgive and there is no escaping the retribution of the actions of our past lives. The joys and sorrows, pleasure and pain, the good and bad experiences of life are a result of the electro magnetic energy produced by the motion of Chakras 5 to 8, 11th and 12 to16 which influences our maneuvers of life. The first four chakras of keherp are the collection centres of the results of good deeds earned by man over a period of his past lives under the protection of Sarosh Yazata. These chakras are also the seat of consciousness of man governed by the five hidden senses called Panj-e-zarviksh--e-baaten by which he can discern between right and wrong. These four chakras act like the mirror of the mind which reflects his thoughts helping him to realize and instinctively understand what is in tune with and what is contrary to the Laws of Nature. Chakra nos. 1 to 4 have a close relationship with Chakra no.10 the seat of conscience. All thoughts originating from the mind are scrutinized by conscience who sends a warning when a sin is about to be committed.

When the malignant effects of the planetary aspects descend on man, he commits a wrong. The vibrations produced by the act are caught by the conscience seated in the 10th chakra. Chakra no. 8 rules over the tongue and the ninth chakra rules over the throat specifically over the mechanism which produces sound. When the conscience comes to know that something wrong has been done, it telephones the mind asking it to begin atoning. If the mind obeys, then natural vibrations of the good kind called Gav are produced. So also if man announces whatever transpires through his mind, it will hurt him at first and create a sense of repugnance but subsequently the burden will be lifted from his conscience and he will feel light and free. If a man performs this exercise regularly, it will gradually give him courage to speak the truth and put him on the path of spiritual progress. Thus speaking truth for the sake of truth is the basic discipline a man is required to practice if he wants to evolve spiritually. He will slowly develop in his character virtues like humility and forbearance. Nature will take note of his efforts and put him on the path to follow the tenets of religion and create conditions whereby he can observe ,the rules of maintaining purity. His personal god called Khoda will automatically guide him and inspire him to become religious minded, when he will begin to recite prayers regularly.

None can change the events brought about by Tabai or Drudh Prarabdh. There is a Persian Saying : "Boodaai Bood Khuahad Bood" - Meaning : whatever is destined will transpire. Man can use his free will and self exertion only to speak the truth and atone from the bottom of his heart for the wrongs committed sincerely promising himself not to repeat them. This is the only and powerful tool provided to him by which he can change his destiny to a certain extent. By nature man is sinful so he is bound to commit sins but if he undertakes, the abovementioned spiritual exercise constantly, it will sharpen his voice ot conscience and will gain control over the faults of flesh in course of time. The force of retribution will greatly reduce and he will escape with a lighter punishment by the grace of his Khoda who has the authority to do so as per the Natural law of Limit and Justice.

Life is the most precious gift given to man by God. As long as the current of life is flowing through his body he lives. The length of life is determined by the number of breaths. A righteous man who practices Meher-Patet can preserve his breaths in a certain way. Nature bestows upon such a man this faculty. His moral character and behavior changes for the better. His conscience becomes so sensitive that when the force of Tabai descends upon him it cries and saves him from committing the wrong.

Desire of the questioner to get answer to his querry by applying the Imowledge of astrology will be satisfied by the above clarification based on the philosophy of Ilm-e-Kshnoom. Astrological charts of man are to be used to find out his weaknesses and improve .them by self will. Using one's free will means to speak out the truth, announce the evil working of the mind, atone for the wrong done, lead life according to the teachings of the religion, observing fhe laws of purity in day to day life, and reciting prayers daily. Lord Ahuramazda who is the creator of the universe has appointed for each one of us a Divine guide called Khoda who accompanies our soul till it achieves salvation. Khoda has been granted authority by Ahuramazda to mould the destiny of each man during life on earth and give him the benefits of the rightful use of free will.
When man has successfully removed all the iniquities from his physical body, his Ruvan or soul becomes one with his Khoda. This is the first step towards achieving salvation. What is known by the Hindus as Brahamashmi or An- al Haq by the Muslims is this condition of the soul and not what is believed as that of Merging with the Creator.

University education of science and the various disciplines of Arts cannot provide explanation on spiritual matters. Astrology can provide a key to understand the working of Nature. The soul residing in man has a certain amount of deficiency in its light. To remove this deficiency and gain its original refulgence, it has to take births on this earth adopting different physical envelopes. One fourth of the original deficiency which is yet to be removed is woven into the elemental matter and form the physical body. Other three parts are already redeemed and forms the three envelopes of the ultra physical body. They are altruistic by nature and sacrificing their own salvation for the sake of the one fourth unimproved part accompanying the soul till this one fourth part is redeemed, They are in constant association with Mother Nature gathering the munificence raining down from the higher cosmos. This munificence is conducted to the Jaan circuit in the physical body and keeps it alive. Our physical body is composed of innumerable cells which are made of elemental matter having mixture of Gav and Druj in certain proportion. This proportion is justly determined by Nature depending upon the deeds of our past lives. Whatever we have desired in our previous birth is given by our Khoda in this life. If they were righteous, then our present body composition and disposition of the mind will be such that we will lead our life along a path which will help 'our soul to advance but if they were to the contrary then we will face troubles and woes during our existence on earth. This is a punishment we have to undergo for sowing the seeds of iniquities in the past. Thus we get what we have asked for. All this happens according to the principle of Asha working throughout the universe
Different aspects of a person's life can be found out from the planetary positions in a person's horoscope only bv a seer who has highly developed third eye To take up astrology as a business or profession is prohibited by Hindu scriptures. Those whom we see today sitting by roadside foretelling future by reading horoscopes or even those who sustain themselves on run of the mill astrology for lack of better profession are doing so because it is in their destiny. Those who know that astrology is a divine science which helps to find out the present stage of evolution of a person's soul from the arrangement of the planets in his chart and how the various aspects of his present life are arranged which will carry his soul either on the road to progress or retardation will not readily reveal these secrets and even if they do so under exceptional circumstances will not accept money or gifts in return.

Ustad Behramshahji knew the method of prediction practiced by the astrologers of ancient Iran. He could tell from the charts the planets which are powerful and benefit the person in various aspects of life such as longevity, ability to do charitable deeds, amount of wealth he will posses and whether by rightful or crooked means according to his destiny, the amount of worldly and spiritual knowledge, his reputation and social status, his health etc. These are predetermined and quantified by his Khoda in accordance to his Kesas obeying the Law of Limit and Justice. If as a result of his bad fate he commits a sin but practices Meher-Patet he can reduce the burden and build a brighter future.

Definition of sin is very clear. If a man leads his life obeying natural laws technically termed Maglub bin Tabe in kshnoom, then no sin is committed but if his maneuvers in life are such that they oppose, disobey or grossly mutilate the laws of Nature (as is done in the world today) termed as Galeb bin Tabe, then he is sinning against Nature. By such acts, Staotic vibrations are produced which gather as formulations in the higher atmosphere of cosmos where they attract the dark forces of Nature who hatch them forming clouds which when becomes sufficiently heavy, rains down on earth bringing calamities in the form of floods, epidemics, earthquakes, fires, wars etc. Similarly an individual also has to bear the misfortunes because he had disobeyed some law of Nature in the past. Suicidal death is one such example. By leading a righteous and religious life man can slow down the rate of his breaths, and prolong the moment of his death to some extent. There is Divine power in astrology and absolute justice in whatever Nature does. This philosophy can be understood with the help of Zarthosti Ilm-e-Kshnoom. It is necessary and very important to have a clear understanding of the terms Tabai (immutable destiny), Kaar ( acts of life determined by destiny) and Felmukhtiari (Free Will of man and his efforts) explained in Ilm-e-kshnoom.


Concluded

Dini Avaz July- Sept 2007 Volume 32 No. 3


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Either get involved or stop criticizing the system. - By Shiv Khera
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"Aevo pantaao yo Ashahay, veespay anyaeshaanm apantaanm"

There is only one path, that of Righteousness (Ashoi); all others are non-paths.
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Evil Eye or Nazar

Do we brush aside Evil Eye or Nazar as just another superstition or is there any Scientific truth behind its belief ?

Zarathosti Daen and its Raaz can be understood with only one instrument - The Key of Ilme Khshnoom

by Savak Sheriyarji Madan

There is a common belief that a child becomes ill due to Nazar of another person or Evil eye. Also there is custom of applying black spot (Mesh) near eye of a small child to ward off evil effects of Nazar. Also a child is taught not to eat eatables in front of others. But this not mere discipline or etiquette that is taught to the child but is a precaution and a preventive measure to ward off evil eye or Nazar of others. Also there is a belief that if a child is very attractive bubbling with innocence than there is fear of Nazar befalling upon delicate psyche of a small innocent child from even his/her own mother. Is all these mere superstition or is there any scientific reason behind this belief.

As per ilme Khshnoom those beliefs cannot be brushed aside as mere superstition but are based on natural laws operating in nature. A true seeker of truth will never mock it off as mere superstition. Avan yasht and Avan Niyaesh are avesta prayers.Avan Ardavisur banu is a Yazad presiding over natural element of water so very much essential for any life to survive on this earth. The water that we see is composed of 2 molecules of hydrogen and one molecule of oxygen i.e. H2O, but in these apparent water that we see there are many things not known to us that is explained.

Any work that is done in Hasti by a Yazad is called as "Humata". The work or functioning of a yazad in Nisti is called as "Hukhata", and functions of a yazad in this Geti or our earth is called as "Havrashta". The Havarashta of water and its nature is presided by Khordad Ameshaspand.

Three fourth of Earth is composed of water. Water has 81 types of Khastar or electricity and 6 types of magnetic energies. The water that we see with our eyes is the last basest and grossest form of flowing Khakh. As per Khshnoom as mentioned in Avan Niyaesh the name of" Zantu Frado" is missing in our present Khordeh Avesta books mentioning only 5 Frados. As per late Ervad saheb Eruchshaw Edulji Karkaria possesed an old manuscript by him which gave ample evidence and supported what Khshnoom has to say about one more Frado called as Zantu Frado. Please refer Parsee Avaz dated 8th August 1954 for further details of Zantu Frado.

As said before water is under Jurisdiction of Khordad Ameshaspand right from Minoi to Khakhi water that we see. The water that we see is known as Ab e Rava e Duvvam or second grade of water. Its origin is from 5 Frados known as 1) Adu Frado 2) Vathvo Frado 3) Gaetho Frado 4) Khsaeto Frado and 5) Dahangu Frado. The origin of these 5 Frados is from Zantu Frado. Above Zantu Frado there are 3 more Minoi Frados that exists. The five Frados that emanates from Zantu Frado one of them being known as Vathvo Frado is what we are interested in for understanding our topic of Nazar. The literal meaning of Vathvo Frado is that frado which brings prosperity to a group or Tola. This Frado exists in all human beings and it originates from the eyes, and one can attract other person making use of one's eye. If that Vathvo Frado is very strong than it can attract a group of persons or it can attract even a huge crowd. The magnetic attraction from the eyes can be of hatred or love.

Khshnoom further says that this Vathvo Frado emanates with a greater potency from a women than from a Man. That is why a women can sexually attract and charm a man through her eyes and Vathvo Frado plays an important role. The old Tarikaats that was practiced women used to wear a Net in front of her eyes known as Nikab due to which strength of Vathvo Frado reduces.

What we call as Evil eye is not superstition but bad or evil thoughts can be transported by vathvo frado through our eyes. An evil Black magician can spread his evil dragnet using his evil spell of Adh Manthra making use of vehicle of Vathvo Frado through his eyes, and thus cause harm to his victim. In Mesmerism or Hypnotism they make use of this Frado only. But a man with strong will power cannot be harmed by a Hypnotist. One should not misinterpret from the above explanation that there is any deliberate attempt to deride or degrade women folk in general, but what is explained here is through religious view point of ilmiyat or us trying to unravel the laws of nature.

A Sanskrit literature book also mentions as under:-
"Bhojane Dvigunastrinabudhi: krutya chaturguna Nishchay: shadgunpubhya:kamveg stathathaya:"

A women has twice the capacity than a man for intake of food, four times the capacity to work, seven times the capacity than a man in being steadfast and unwavering and eight times sensuous and passionate than a man.

That a practical anecdote will suffice to confirm the above statement. Napoleon Bonaparte under whose sway and influence whole of Europe was, knew the power Napoleon possessed as a leader with Military skill. Napoleon once tormented intelligence officer in charge of CID or secret agents that he was not doing a good job as a spy is supposed to keep a watch on enemy within and obtain top secret information. The intelligence officer retorted back about Napoleon’s whereabouts at 11 O’clock the night before and the company he kept with a lady with questionable reputation. Napoleon was flabbergasted and was at loss of words before his intelligence officer, because he knew the truth himself.

What has to be noted here is that a man with a strong powerful disposition and will power can be influenced by a passionate women, and the seat of magnetic attraction that draws a man towards a women is through her eyes. The cupid arrow darting a meaningful glances from a women is enough to destabilize even a strong willed man and make him morally weak. Even an Ashwan of three karsh who is on path of Ashoi can fall prey to powers of a woman. (But his Guru rescues him at the nick of time - FKS's note)

The book by the name "The key of Power" by J Abbott B.A. I.C.S. has touched topics of Mesmerism and Hypnotism in his book, and the key of power is through the eyes.

Other references are:- 1) Hypnotic Power - By Colin Benett 2) Vashikarana Fantra by Swami Premanand

Eyes are window of the Soul and from it Positive or negative vibes emanates depending on Manashni of that person, and likewise it spreads its effects to the surrounding atmosphere. Love at first sight is a phrase we often use it and there is lot of truth in it. In "The Aryan Path" August 1938 Volume Mr. P. Pingle writes as below:-

" A man may emanate an evil influence through his various sense organs and his extremities, but the evil transmitted by the eye is most portent and dangerous".
The evil that is transmitted by the eye is further elaborated by Rallo Ahmed an Egyptian in his book "The Black Art". Further reference is available from old Chirag Magazine October 1939 Page 480-481.

Translated from Gujarati by Firdosh K. Sukhia

Dini Avaz May - June 1988 Volume 13 - Issue No. 3

P.S.:- Late Ervad Phiroze Shapurji Masani has written a book on Nirangs and it efficacies. It's name is “Pazend Nirang Ba Maeni”. In that book we can find Nirang for mitigating effects of evil eye on Page No 68. It is the fifth Nirang of third group of Nirangs. This Nirang is especially effective for small impressionable child being of sensitive passive temperament that fall easy prey to evil effects of Evil eye. This Nirang in addition to it being prayed, can also be worn on left arm of a child in form of Amulet or Taviz. Of course, if the child is too small, the Nirang can be prayed by Parents. Care taken to make Amulet with Ashoi Parezgari.

Besides, this same Nirang can also be found in "Bhali Murad Echvani Ejmati Nirango" of Union Press Page 132 to 134. It is the reprint of same Nirang as mentioned above for protection from Evil Eye.

Firdosh




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Either get involved or stop criticizing the system. - By Shiv Khera
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"Aevo pantaao yo Ashahay, veespay anyaeshaanm apantaanm"

There is only one path, that of Righteousness (Ashoi); all others are non-paths.
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Late Jehangirji Chiniwala Recording on Dokhmenashini

Friends,

Following is recording in MP3 format of lecture delivered by Late Jehangirji Chinwalla on Dokhmenashini, date unknown, and is available on line. This recording is the 1st baj no melavdo of Late Ervad Dr. Edulji Hormuzji Koyaji(Poona).The chief guest is Late Dasturji Dr.Hormazdiar K Mirza.The transcript of this lecture will surely be found in the Parsi Avaz newspaper files.This recording is done by the kshnoomn lover Late Diniyar Mistry (Jogeshwari, Malcolm Baugh). The above info is given by KK.

Thanking Behram Dhabhar and Aspi Tavaria for digitizing and distributing this lecture.

The link is provided below:-

http://kiwi6.com/file/7xhd2282qx

Best wishes,

Firdosh K. Sukhia