Zoroastrianism

Chapter5— Yasna 30: The Two Primal Spirits

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Yasna 30, the second of the Yasna Haptanghaiti, articulates the foundational Zoroastrian cosmology of the dualistic struggle between Ahura Mazda and Angra Mainyu. This hymn delineates the primordial conflict manifesting in thought, word, and deed, urging the faithful to align with the benevolent spirit. Situated within the core liturgical corpus, it serves as a theological cornerstone defining ethical responsibility in the cosmic battle for truth.

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King James Version (1611)

1611 · Public domain

The most influential English translation ever made. Sometimes archaic, but the standard PD English text.

Translators commissioned by King James I of England, 1604–1611

Now hear the two best things, now see them with your eyes: Two spirits, the better and the worse, in thought, in word, in deed.Creation ²The good spirit chose the better, the evil spirit chose the worse; those who do not choose the better are like the evil spirit. ³The good spirit chose the better, the evil spirit chose the worse; those who do not choose the better are like the evil spirit.

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