Zoroastrianism, founded by the prophet Zoroaster (also known as Zarathustra), has significantly influenced several major world religions, particularly the Abrahamic faiths—Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Scholars note that concepts such as monotheism, the dualistic struggle between good and evil, eschatology (including ideas of heaven, hell, and final judgment), and the notion of a messianic savior are present in Zoroastrianism and have parallels in these later religions.
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During the period of the Babylonian captivity, Jews were exposed to Zoroastrian beliefs, which may have influenced Jewish angelology, demonology, and eschatological views. These elements appear to have been integrated into Jewish thought and subsequently into Christian and Islamic doctrines.
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Additionally, Zoroastrianism's emphasis on moral dualism and the cosmic battle between Ahura Mazda (the supreme god) and Angra Mainyu (the evil spirit) has parallels in the portrayal of God and Satan in Abrahamic traditions.
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While the extent of Zoroastrianism's influence is subject to scholarly debate, its contributions to the development of religious concepts in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam are widely acknowledged.
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During the period of the Babylonian captivity, Jews were exposed to Zoroastrian beliefs, which may have influenced Jewish angelology, demonology, and eschatological views. These elements appear to have been integrated into Jewish thought and subsequently into Christian and Islamic doctrines.
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Additionally, Zoroastrianism's emphasis on moral dualism and the cosmic battle between Ahura Mazda (the supreme god) and Angra Mainyu (the evil spirit) has parallels in the portrayal of God and Satan in Abrahamic traditions.
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While the extent of Zoroastrianism's influence is subject to scholarly debate, its contributions to the development of religious concepts in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam are widely acknowledged.
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