English example sentences with "zoroastrians"

Before the conquest by the Arabians, the majority of the Persians were Zoroastrians, but there were also Jews and Christians. So, who could imagine today that Iranians have Jewish or Christian ancestors?
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Many Zoroastrians speak Gujarati at home.
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"Frank, Zoroastrianism is a Persian religion that predates Islam." "Tell me more, Don." "Zoroastrians use fire in purification rituals. They often pray in the presence of fire." "Fascinating, Don."
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Zoroastrians use fire in their rituals. Their temples have fire in them.
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Zoroastrians value education and philanthropy.
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Traditionally, Zoroastrians do not bury or burn dead bodies or throw them into water, but expose them to vultures.
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The conquest of Persia and spread of Islam, which started in the 7th century, dealt the first serious blow to Zoroastrians.
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Zoroastrians say their prophet's teachings are just as relevant today since deceit, violence and oppression are as prevalent as they were thousands of years ago.
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