
Zarathustra (character)
Zarathustra is a central figure in Zoroastrianism, an ancient Persian religion, regarded as a prophet and founder. He is believed to have received divine revelations that emphasized the importance of truth, righteousness, and the duality of good and evil. Zarathustra taught that humans have the free will to choose their path, and that moral integrity and insight can help overcome chaos and destruction caused by evil. His teachings influenced religious and philosophical thought in Persia and beyond, emphasizing moral responsibility, the importance of ethical living, and the eventual triumph of truth and goodness.