Symbolisms and Fiery Figures Across Religions

Ahura Mazda, of the Zoroastrians

ontrary to popular belief, Zoroastrians do not worship fire. Adherents of this faith, however, do believe that the elements, including fire, are pure. While Ahura Mazda is generally viewed as a god without form and a being of entirely spiritual energy rather than physical existence, he has at times been equated with the sun, and certainly, the imagery associated with him remains very fire-oriented. Ahura Mazda is the light of wisdom that pushes back the darkness of chaos. He is