Parsi Customs and Traditions

Kem Cho is the traditional greeting among Parsis, which means 'How are you?' in Gujarati.

The Avesta is the main religious text of the Parsis, which contains their sacred hymns and teachings.

Navroz is the Parsi New Year, which is celebrated on the first day of spring.

The traditional Parsi attire for men is the dhoti, which is a long piece of cloth wrapped around the waist.

Dhansak is the traditional Parsi food, which is a lentil and meat stew served with rice.

Atash Behram is the name of the Parsi fire temple, which is considered to be the holiest place of worship for Parsis.

Lagna is the name of the Parsi marriage ceremony, which is a sacred ritual performed by a priest.

Dokhmenashini is the name of the Parsi funeral ceremony, which involves placing the deceased's body in a Tower of Silence to be consumed by vultures.

Jamaat Khana is the name of the Parsi community center, which is used for religious, social, and cultural activities.

Dastur is the name of the Parsi religious leader, who is responsible for performing religious ceremonies and rituals.

Gujarati is the name of the Parsi language, which is spoken by Parsis in India.

Zoroastrian calendar is the name of the Parsi calendar, which is based on the teachings of Zoroaster.

Parsi Gara is the name of the Parsi art form, which involves intricate embroidery and needlework.

Parsi Dhol is the name of the Parsi dance form, which involves playing the dhol, a traditional Indian drum.

Parsi Ghazals is the name of the Parsi music form, which involves singing ghazals, a type of traditional Indian poetry.