Zoroastrianism in Sassanian Times (Classic Reprint)

Explore the enduring faith at the heart of a powerful empire. This book traces Zoroastrianism from its pre‑Sassanian roots through the Sassanians’ revival, showing how religion shaped politics, society, and daily life.This volume surveys how Zoroastrian thought and practice persisted amid conquest, empire, and cultural exchange. It highlights the revival under Shahpoor II, the integration of law and religion in the state, and the ways tolerance and disputes with Christianity and Islam shaped a changing world.How Zarathushtra’s core ideas were carried into a vibrant, state‑sponsored cultureFactors that preserved or altered religious practice across dynastiesThe interaction between Zoroastrianism, Christianity, and the early spread of IslamKey figures and institutions that influenced policy, law, and daily lifeIdeal for readers curious about ancient Iranian religion, statecraft, and the long history of religious interaction in the region. Read more