Pahlavi Texts, Vol. 5 (Classic Reprint)

Marvels of Zoroastrianism revealed in a scholarly edition of Pahlavi TextsA focused, translation-based study that presents three Pahlavi sources together with a careful introduction and notes. This volume offers a window into a legendary history of Zaratušt and the early rulers, drawn from the Spend Nask and related compilations. It traces the rise of a ruling dynasty, key encounters with archangels and demons, and the dramatic events that shaped early Zoroastrian belief.The introduction explains the origin and scope of the material, how these texts were compiled, and the way the marvels are presented. It situates the legends within a broader tradition and discusses their transmission, interpretation, and significance for readers of religious history and Persian magical and mythic literature. Learn how the marvels are organized across multiple chapters and centuries of legendSee how different sources are combined into a single narrative about Zaratušt and his eraUnderstand the role of archangels, priests, and kings in shaping the storyExplore the scholarly apparatus that accompanies the translations and notesIdeal for students, scholars, and readers interested in early Zoroastrian texts and Persian mythic tradition. Read more