10) Which is the Holy book of Parsis?
a) Torah.
b) Bible.
c) Zend Avesta.
d) Gita.
Answers
Answer:
C. Zend Avesta
Explanation:
This is a religious book used by the Parsis; it contains different laws, liturgy, and other teachings within the scripture. It is written in Avestan language that is only understood by the Parsis. Avast is a Persian name that is used to refer to boys and girls to mean foundation, principle, or fellowship. The Zend Avesta has been in existence for the longest possible and is one of the oldest religions that still exist.
Answer:
The holy book of the Parsis is c) Zend Avesta.
Explanation:
Zend Avesta is a collection of the religious text of the Parsis. It contains the teachings of Prophet Zoroaster. It was a huge manuscript of scriptures which is said to have been destroyed during the reign of Alexander. There are five parts to Zend Avesta. Its main part consists of hymns and songs.
Then come the ‘Gathas’ which are the words said by Zoroaster. Then comes the ‘Yasna’ which contains the rites and methods of for sacrifice. The next part is the homage to the Zoroastrian leaders.