Pahlavi Texts Part II: The Dâdistân-î Dînîk and the Epistles of Mânûskîhar
Original Authors: Various
Translator: E.W. West
Original Date Written: c. 9th - 10th century CE (Middle Persian period)
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The Pahlavi Texts Part II: The Dâdistân-î Dînîk and the Epistles of Mânûskîhar is a collection of medieval Zoroastrian texts written in Middle Persian, also known as Pahlavi. These texts are part of the larger body of Pahlavi literature that provides a comprehensive understanding of Zoroastrian beliefs, rituals, and cosmology. The Dâdistân-î Dînîk, also known as the Religious Judgments, is a compilation of questions and answers on various aspects of Zoroastrian doctrine and practice. The Epistles of Mânûskîhar are a series of letters written by Mânûskîhar, a high priest, addressing theological and legal issues within the Zoroastrian community.
The Pahlavi Texts are foundational texts of Zoroastrianism, a religion that has significantly influenced other major world religions, including Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The Pahlavi Texts' cosmological, theological, and ethical teachings provide a window into the spiritual and cultural practices of medieval Persia and the enduring legacy of Zoroastrianism.