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Ahura Mazda

Creature Types: Other (Zoroastrian)

Mythological/Cultural Origins: Creator, Source of Good

Roles/Functions in Lore: Zoroastrian Texts

Literary Sources/Traditions: Other

Historical/Legendary Time Periods: Creation, Omnipotence

Attributes/Powers: Benevolent

Alignments/Moral Standings: N/A

Ahura Mazda (Oromaze, Ormos, Ormuzd) is the supreme deity in Zoroastrianism, an ancient Persian religion. Ahura Mazda is the creator and sustainer of the universe, representing goodness, light, and truth. He is engaged in a cosmic struggle against Angra Mainyu, the embodiment of evil. This dualistic cosmology is central to Zoroastrian beliefs. Ahura Mazda is associated with fire, which is considered a symbol of purity and divine presence.