Ahriman
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Description
A spirit from the folklore of Iran. In Zoroastrianism, Ahriman (; Middle Persian: 𐭠𐭧𐭫𐭬𐭭𐭩, romanized: Ahreman), also written…
The Legend
Ahriman is a being that functions as the embodiment of 'destructive/evil spirit' in Zoroastrianism. He is considered the main adversary opposing Spenta Mainyu or Ahura Mazda. Ahriman is essentially defined as a cosmic and malevolent spirit rather than a god, existing as the embodiment of moral error and cosmic injustice. He symbolizes destructive thought and chaos in absolute opposition to Ahura Mazda.
This article is based on the Wikipedia article "Ahriman" (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikipedia
Abilities
- Supernatural power
Weaknesses
- Divine power
Sources
- Wikipedia (Destroyer gods)
Genres
FantasyDrama
Story Hooks
- A spirit from the folklore of Iran. Angra Mainyu (; Avestan: 𐬀𐬢𐬭𐬀⸱ 𐬨𐬀�