Zoroastrianism and the Bible - Part 1

About this episode

This episode explores the connections between Zoroastrianism and the Bible, particularly focusing on the Magi and their implications for the validity of Zoroaster.

The fulfillment of the coming of Jesus was expected by Zoroastrians. Several 'Magi' were spoken of in the Bible who were there at the birth of the coming Son of God (Jesus). Who were they, and what implications does this have on the potential validity of Zoroaster? Sections: 1:09 Introduction 3:10 Historical Context 4:31 God Gave Cyrus the Kingdoms of the Earth 13:09 Cyrus is God’s Shepherd and Messiah 24:00 Does Cyrus (and Israel) not Know God? 40:21 Magi in the New Testament- Th...

Topics covered

• Zoroastrianism
• Bible
• Magi
• Cyrus
• Historical Context

Keywords

• Jesus
• Cyrus the Great
• Messiah
• New Testament

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Bible

Places: Israel

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