What is another word for zarathustra?

Pronunciation: [zˈaɹɐθˌʌstɹə] (IPA)

There are several synonyms for the word "Zarathustra" which is the name of a prophet and founder of Zoroastrianism, one of the world's oldest monotheistic religions. Some of the synonyms for Zarathustra include Zoroaster, Ashu Zarathushtra, and Zarathustra Spitama. Each of these names refers to the same historical figure known for his teachings of good thoughts, good words, and good deeds. These synonyms are often used interchangeably in texts discussing Zoroastrianism, ancient Persian history, and philosophy. The word "Zarathustra" itself is derived from Avestan language, which was the language of the Zoroastrian scriptures and liturgy.

What are the hypernyms for Zarathustra?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Zarathustra

I might have given one of the great prose poems in Nietzsche's Thus Spake zarathustra or a grand descriptive passage from Flaubert's novel Salammbo.
"The Literature of Ecstasy"
Albert Mordell
Illowski best liked the Strauss setting of "Also Sprach zarathustra" because it approached his own darling project, though it neither touched the stars nor reached the earth.
"Melomaniacs"
James Huneker
Perhaps she unconsciously cared for Arthur Vibert; and arguing the question as dispassionately as I could my eyes fell upon "Thus Spake zarathustra," and opening the fat unwieldy volume I read: "Is it not better to fall into the hands of a murderer than into the dreams of an ardent woman?"
"Melomaniacs"
James Huneker

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