Sunday, May 22, 2011

FARVAHAR



Farvahar is believed to be one of the prime emblems of the Zoroastrianism, which is the state religion of ancient Iran. Thus, Farvahar is widely illustrated in many aspects of Persian heritage as a crest. Farvahar is thought to represent the “Fravashi” or the guardian angel. Ergo the monarch used it is a its divine royal glory, the Fravashi of the king, protecting his authority and in turn the emperor and its people. 
Zoroastrianism, allegedly, manifest a clearer ideology behind the Farvahar emblem. According to Zoroastrians It is the Essence of Wisdom and is seen to be the guardian spirit of man.
The face represents the consciousness of man.
The torso represents the body of man.
The right hand pointing upwards represents the right path which is the path of truth.
The left hand holding a ring represents sovereignty and power.
The two tassels on both sides of the tail represent the need for moderation in life.  

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