Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ahriman

Noun

/ˈɑːrɪmən/

Definition

In Zoroastrianism, Ahriman is the evil spirit or deity that embodies chaos and darkness, opposing Ahura Mazda, the god of light and goodness.

Examples

Ahriman is often considered the embodiment of lies and deceit in Zoroastrian theology.
The battle between Ahura Mazda and Ahriman symbolizes the struggle between good and evil.
Devotees pray to Ahura Mazda for protection against the malevolent forces of Ahriman.

Meaning

Ahriman represents the principle of evil and is responsible for all that is harmful in the world, often depicted as the source of all human suffering and strife.