Chinvat Bridge

The Chinvat Bridge is a concept from Zoroastrian tradition representing the spiritual crossing souls undertake after death. It is depicted as a bridge that connects the earthly realm to the afterlife. The soul's journey across the bridge depends on their actions and deeds in life; those who lived righteously cross easily, entering a peaceful existence. Those with negative deeds may find the bridge narrowing or becoming treacherous, risking fall into a realm of punishment. The Chinvat Bridge symbolizes moral judgment and the importance of ethical living, emphasizing that one’s choices influence their spiritual destiny.