WORLD RELIGIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -Every soul, after death, was thought destined to cross the Chinvat Bridge where it would be judged and assigned a place in the afterlife.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Chinvat Bridge (Avestan: Cinvatô Peretûm, “bridge of judgement” or “beam-shaped bridge") or the Bridge of the Requiter in Zoroastrianism is the sifting bridge, which separates the world of the living from the world of the dead. All souls must cross the bridge upon death.

Detailed explanation-3: -The soul, created by Ahura Mazda (see Ahura Mazda), is immortal and will be judged immediately after the death of the body. At the time of death, the soul must pass over a narrow bridge. At the entrance to the bridge stands the daenā, or conscience, a maiden who becomes identified with the individual soul.

Detailed explanation-4: -Vohu Manah-Good mind and good purpose. Asha Vahishta-Truth and righteousness. Spenta Ameraiti-Holy devotion, serenity and loving kindness.

Detailed explanation-5: -Pilgrimage, for Zoroastrians, takes place mainly in Iran, the original home of Zoroastrianism, and in India (specifically locations such as Mumbai, Navsari, Udvada, Surat and Sanjan, the latter 4 all being early settlements and home to significant fire temples and monuments).