At the heart of Iranian culture, which goes back to the Zoroastrian days, is the concept of Charity and Generosity. There is one big difference between Zoroastrian concept of "doing good" than most other cultures, as it is done as duty and not in hope of getting something good in return in this life or the next.
As one of the Gatha's pieces says (My favourite BTW):
Thank you for your very thoughtful comment. Indeed, doing good is its own reward as it makes us feel good. May be i will do a Newsletter on that in the new year.
As always very enjoyable read.
At the heart of Iranian culture, which goes back to the Zoroastrian days, is the concept of Charity and Generosity. There is one big difference between Zoroastrian concept of "doing good" than most other cultures, as it is done as duty and not in hope of getting something good in return in this life or the next.
As one of the Gatha's pieces says (My favourite BTW):
"Ashem vohu vahishtem asti
Oshta asti, Oshta ahmai
Hyat ashai vahishtai ashem"
Rough Translation:
"Doing the right thing is our best gift.
That brings us bliss and happiness.
Happiness is doing right without hope of reward."
Thank you for your very thoughtful comment. Indeed, doing good is its own reward as it makes us feel good. May be i will do a Newsletter on that in the new year.
Look forward to reading it.