September 2, 2008 – 8:44 pm
A group of Parsi Zoroastians in Mclean-Virginia celebrated Muktad and Noruz. The ceremony was held and organized by ZAMWI (Zoroastrian society of Washington D.C.) on August 9th.
According to Zoroastrian Studies Muktad is 10-day festival from 26th day of Spendarmad mah to the 5th Gatha day (in Parsi Calendar) and it is believed that the spirits (fravahrs) of the dead visit their dear ones in the physical world during this period. In the ceremony the priests perform special rituals over cooked food, fruits and fresh flowers.
Photos are from Dariush Jamasb.
By SS
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Posted in Celeberation, English, India, United States, Zoroastrian News
Tags: celebration, Ceremony, Gatha, noruz, Parsi, viginia, Washington, Zoroastrianism
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September 2, 2008 – 12:59 pm
Personal Statement and Manifesto of Viraf Kapadia
Marry Parsi and get benefit from a flat as a gift from Bombay Parsi Punchayet. it Free food for needy on daily basis
Repairing, Restoring The Dilapidated Buildings.
To change the name from Bombay Parsi Punchayet To A World Parsi Punchayet. it To return peacefully the possession of the Third Floor to The Trustees of Sir J. J. Fort Boys’ School
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Parsi Lagan or Wedding is marked by vibrant and joyful customs that spread over a couple of days. Unique and interesting rituals begin from the time of engagement and culminate with a lavish post wedding reception where one gets to enjoy the rich Parsi culture in the form of good music, wine and dining.
Pre-Wedding Rituals:
A number of colorful and fun-filled customs are observed as a part of pre-wedding rituals in a Parsi Wedding.
* Rupia Peravanu: Rupia Peravanu marks the unofficial engagement when both the families acknowledge the acceptance of the marriage alliance. On this day, ladies from the groom’s family pay a visit to the bride’s house. The bride is presented with a gift of silver coins with the usual shagun. Refreshments are served and the grooms family return home. The bride’s family now adds more silver coins to those presented and go to the groom’s home, where this ceremony is repeated.
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On the 22nd of March, 2008, The Parsee Girls’ School Association, a pioneering body for the cause of female education, commenced its Sesquicentennial Celebrations at Albless Baug, Girgaon, Mumbai.
Founded in 1858 by far sighted stalwarts such as Dr. Dadabhai Naoroji, Faramji Nusserwanji Patel and K. R. Cama, among others, The Parsee Girls’ School Association opened the doors to formal education for girls by setting up several schools over the years. Today, the Association runs and manages The Bai M. N. Gamadia Girls’ High School and The Bai B. S. Bengallee Girls’ High School. Both these institutions have an excellent reputation and continue to provide a sound education to girls of all communities.
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