THE HOLY MANTHRA

The Holy Manthra means the secret mysteries of the Zoroastrian religion - divine commandments - deep contemplations -  earnest prayers -  revealed texts. The word Manthra is derived from Man i.e. to think, to ponder, to consider, to heed, to attend to. Manthra Spenta signifies the Holy Word or the revealed Law of Ahura Mazda.

The importance and usefulness of the sacred Manthra can be clearly seen from the following extracts relating to Avesta literature :

"The Manthra is the soul of Ahura Mazda's own Farohar. It is the duty of every Zoroastrian to teach the holy Manthra to his own co-religionists or brother who comes to him for instruction. The Manthra was created by Ahura Mazda for the advancement and prosperity of His whole creation. The learned man, who teaches another, the auspicious, true and immortal Manthra receives the highest blessings from Ahura Mazda. Those who do not regard the Manthra with respect and do not give it due obedience, will ruin their lives. The glorious Manthra should always be remembered and praised with due devotion, love and affection.By means of the Manthra the unbelievers can be inspired with faith. All worldly happiness and immportality  can be gained by the Manthra, which on account of its Truth is the most rich and valuable acquisition. With the sacred thread around the waist, a holy man should always observe the mandates given, and sing the songs contained in the Manthra. It is through Ahura Mazda's kindness and favour that men can hear His precious Manthra. Zoroaster, the Treasure of Wisdom and the constant Speaker of Truth, is a friend of Him who recites Ahura Mazda's Holy Manthra with a pure heart and respectful devotion. Ahura Mazda's Manthra should be propagated amongst all people. Every religious person is bound to explain to intelligent men that, in the end, there is punishment for the wicked and happiness for Him who upholds the Truth. He who teaches the beauties of the Manthra to a wise and reasonable man is himself happy. The Manthra is full of learning and wisdom. Its study should be encouraged.  

It goes counter to the teaching of the evil man, which brings trouble and calamity to the family, the street, the city and the country.The Manthra breaks the strength of falsehood and deceit, destroys evil men and prevents them from carrying out their fraudulent and nefarious designs. The holy Manthra drives out all evil thoughts, fears and anxieties from a man's mind. IT IS THE BEST CURE FOR ALL MENTAL MALADIES. It gives prosperity and judgement to discern right from wrong. It is glorious, powerful and superior to everything else in creation. It gives strength, health and success and drives away all wicked spirits. It should be praised, celebrated in songs, and its fame spread far and wide by all Zoroastrians. It gives courage, success and glory and is most efficacious in repelling the attacks of evil men and devils."