Correct spelling for the English word "Zabism" is [zˈabɪzəm], [zˈabɪzəm], [z_ˈa_b_ɪ_z_ə_m] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
Zabism is a term that essentially refers to the religious and philosophical system known as Zoroastrianism. Zoroastrianism is an ancient Persian religion that dates back to at least the 6th century BCE and is considered one of the world's oldest monotheistic faiths.
Zabism revolves around the teachings of the prophet Zoroaster (Zarathustra in Persian), who is believed to have received divine revelations from the deity Ahura Mazda. Central to the Zoroastrian belief system is the idea of a cosmic struggle between good and evil, with an emphasis on personal responsibility and ethical conduct.
Zabism places a significant emphasis on the preservation and balance of the natural world and the environment, as well as the importance of individual choice and free will. Followers of Zabism strive to maintain a righteous existence by practicing good thoughts, good words, and good deeds.
The religion also places importance on rituals and ceremonies, including fire worship, which symbolizes the divine presence of Ahura Mazda. Fire is considered a sacred element within Zoroastrianism, representing purification and illumination.
While once widely practiced in ancient Persia, Zoroastrianism declined after the Muslim conquest of Persia in the 7th century CE. However, there are still small communities of Zoroastrians, known as Parsis, mainly living in India and Iran. These communities aim to preserve and continue the traditions and teachings of Zabism.
The word "Zabism" refers to the religious beliefs and practices of the followers of the ancient Persian prophet Zoroaster (also known as Zarathustra) and is synonymous with Zoroastrianism.
The term "Zabism" has its origins in the Greek word "Zaboi" (Ζαβοι), which was used by the ancient Greek writers to refer to the Persian Magi, the priestly class who followed Zoroastrianism. From there, it evolved into "Zabeism" and eventually became "Zabism" in English.
It is worth mentioning that "Zoroastrianism" itself originates from the Greek variant "Zōroastrismós", which is derived from the Avestan term "Zarathustra".