Zoroastrianism recognizes various classes of spiritual beings besides the Supreme Being (Ahura Mazda): The Amesha Spentas, Yazatas, and Fravashis. In practice of Sad Dar, Zoroastrians pick a patron angel for their protection, and throughout their lives are careful to observe prayers dedicated to that angel.
Literally, “Beneficent Immortals”, these are the highest spiritual beings created by Ahura Mazda. Their names are:
- Vohu Mano (Phl. Vohuman): lit. Good Mind. Presides over cattle.
- Asha Vahishta (Phl. Ardwahisht): lit. Highest Asha, the Amahraspand presiding over Asha and fire.
- Khshathra Vairya (Phl. Shahrewar): lit. ‘Desirable Dominion’, the Amahraspand presiding over metals.
- Spenta Armaiti (Phl. Spandarmad): lit. ‘Holy Devotion’, the Amahraspand presiding over the earth
- Haurvatat (Phl. Hordad): lit. ‘Perfection or Health’. Presides over water.
- Ameretat (Phl. Amurdad): lit. ‘Immortality’, the Amahraspand presiding over the Earth.
