Navjote

Navjote is a significant religious initiation ceremony in Zoroastrianism, where a young person is formally welcomed into the faith. During the ritual, the individual receives a sacred shirt called the sudreh and a kusti, a belt made of cotton and ritual threads, symbolizing commitment to moral and spiritual principles. The ceremony involves prayers and blessings from priests, marking the young person's spiritual awakening and responsibility to uphold Zoroastrian values throughout life. It is a cherished tradition that emphasizes personal faith, cultural identity, and communal belonging within the Zoroastrian community.