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Persian fire worshipper of the Zoroastrian religion
Persian fire worshipper of the Zoroastrian religion.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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Anthropology Completegalleryofpeoplesintruepictures Ethnography Friedrichwilhelmgoedsche Iran Persian Zoroastrian
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This handcolored lithograph depicts a Persian fire worshipper of the ancient Zoroastrian religion, as captured in Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, published in Meissen around 1835-1840. The Zoroastrian faith, one of the world's oldest monotheistic religions, originated in ancient Iran over 3,000 years ago. Fire was considered a sacred element in Zoroastrianism, symbolizing purity, truth, and the divine. The fire worshipper in this image is shown wearing traditional Persian attire, with a long, flowing robe, a wide-brimmed hat, and sandals. He is depicted holding a bundle of twigs and a torch, ready to offer them to the sacred fire. The fire is contained in a small, ornate brazier, surrounded by intricate decorative elements. The fire worshipper's intense focus and devotion are palpable, as he gazes into the flames with reverence and awe. Ethnographic and anthropological studies of the time were fascinated by the customs and traditions of various peoples around the world, and Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures was a popular and influential work in this field. The series aimed to capture the authenticity and diversity of human cultures, and this image of the Persian fire worshipper is a striking example of the attention to detail and accuracy that characterized Goedsche's work. Today, the Zoroastrian religion is practiced by a small but devoted community in Iran and India, and the ancient traditions and customs continue to inspire scholars, artists, and seekers of spiritual enlightenment around the world.
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