Indo-Iranian mythology

Indo-Iranian mythology encompasses the ancient myths and religious beliefs of the Indo-Iranian peoples, including the early Vedic traditions of India and Zoroastrianism of Iran. It features deities like the Vedic gods, such as Agni (fire) and Indra (storm), and dualistic themes of good versus evil, exemplified by Zoroaster’s Ahura Mazda (truth) and Angra Mainyu (destruction). These mythologies explore creation, cosmology, moral struggles, and the afterlife, shaping cultural values and religious practices that influenced later Indian and Iranian traditions. Despite differences, they share a common origin in early Indo-Iranian belief systems.