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FEZANA JOURNAL PUBLICATION of the FEDERATION of ZOROASTRIAN ASSOCIATIONS of NORTH AMERICA Vol 27 No 4 December / Winter 2013, Zemestan 1382 AY 3751 Z 1129 62 81 FEZANA ZEMESTAII131Z AY 1'751 Z VUL ZJ, 10. 4 DECEIIIIIERIWBTEI zot s • 1:11 PIm === ~z iTI DaB -Behman - Spendannad 1382 AY (Faslij • Amordad - Shehrever- Meher 1383 AY (Shenshai) • Shehrever - Meher - Avan 1383 AY (Kadimij :a Nl =...... w Danb MistiY RIC8iv8s Order II British Empire The Everlalllng Flame • Exhlbn and Conference PUBLICATION OF THE FEDERATION OF ZOROASTRIAN ASSOCIATIONS OF NORTH AMERICA CGpyrtght C2014 Federallon ol Zarautrlan Aaoclltl0111 ol Nor111 America FEZANA JOURNAL PUBLICATION OF THE FEDERATION OF ZOROASTRIAN ASSOCIATIONS OF NORTH AMERICA Vol 27 No 4 December / Winter 2013, Zemestan 1382 AY 3751 Z 1129 62 81 02 EDITORIALS 30 The role of Zoroastrianism in 45 Message from Iran’s 05 FEZANA UPDATES building a bright future President Hassan Rouhani to World Zoroastrian Congress 20 Perpetuating the Zarathushti 31 My Zarathushti conversation Faith for Future Generations continuing into the future 46 Impressions of the Ccongress 23.“An honor and a privilege” - 33 Fighting for a dying culture 61 Berjis Desai presentation discussions on Zarathushti 34 Zoroastrian Return to Roots 65 World Zarathushti Chamber identity 39 Things to build a future of Commerce 26 A Next generation perspective 40 Plan, Adapt and Thrive 68 Exhibition - Across Oceans on the 2012 demographics 42 My vision for North American 70 In the News picture Zoroastrian Community in 81 Interfaith 27 Staying engaged: 25 years of next 20 years 87 Personal Profiles challenges and opportunities 43 Inauguration of the 10th WZC 93 Milestones 28 My life as a Zarathushti by the Hon’ble President of 98 Between the Covers India Shri Pranab Mukerjee Photo on cover: Editor in Chief: Dolly Dastoor, [email protected] Technical Assistant: Coomi Gazdar Consultant Editor: Lylah M. Alphonse, [email protected] Language Editor: Douglas Lange Graphic & Layout: Shahrokh Khanizadeh, www.khanizadeh.info Cover design: Feroza Fitch, [email protected] Publications Chair: Behram Pastakia [email protected] Columnists: Shazneen Rabadi Gandhi: [email protected]; Teenaz Javat: [email protected]; Behram Pastakia:bpastakia@aol. Cover design com; Mahrukh Motafram: [email protected] Feroza Fitch of Lexicongraphics Copy editors: Vahishta Canteenwalla, Yasmin Pavri Subscription Managers: Arnavaz Sethna: [email protected]; SPRING 2014 Kershaw Khumbatta: [email protected] Academic Scholarships Guest Editor Dolly Dastoor Winter Zemestan 1382 AY 3751 Z Dae –Behman – Spendarmad 1382- AY (Fasli) SUMMER 2014 Amordad – Shehrever- Meher 1383 AY (Shenshai) Zoroastrianism in Central Asia Guest Editor Dolly Dastoor Shehrever – Meher – Avan 1383 AY (Kadimi) Opinions expressed in the FEZANA Journal do not necessarily reflect the views of FEZANA or members of this publication's editorial board. Published at Regal Press, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada www.fezana.org FEZANA Journal Vol 27, No 4 ISBN 1068-2376 (USPS 021-495) published quarterly by FEZANA 8615 Meadowbrook Dr., Burr Ridge, IL 60527. Periodical postage rate is paid at Oakbrook, IL 60523 and at additional mailing offices. Annual subscription $25 (US) ; $25 (Canada) and $50 (air) for other countries; details on subscription Form. POSTMASTER: send changes to Fezana Journal, 8615 Meadowbrook Drive, Burr Ridge, IL 60527. 1 FEZANA Journal - Winter 2013 A word from the Editor EditorialEditorial PERPETUATING THE be reproduced in subsequent ZOROASTRIAN FAITH FOR FUTURE issues of the GENERATIONS FEZANA Journal . Was it a coincidence that the theme of the cover But we need to story of this issue “Perpetuating the Zoroastrian Faith be thankful to For Future Generations “ and the theme of the 10th Pheroza Godrej World Zoroastrian Congress “Zoroastrianism in the 21st and Firoza Century: Nurturing Growth and Affirming Identity” were Punthakey similar ? Mistree for curating the Zarathushtis in the diaspora, in India and in Iran are exhibition: concerned about preservation of the religion and the “Across Oceans culture of the community. We in the diaspora are and Flowing Silk- actively pursuing the problem, seeking solutions through from Canton to open dialogue, inviting young people to express their Bombay 18th-20th views as in this Journal issue guest edited by Jamshed Centuries”. It was a total visual delight showcasing the Rivetna and Behrose Taraporevala . Zoroastrian community’s entrepreneurial spirit, wealth What a wonderful opportunity the 10th World Zoroastrian of talent and largesse. congress would have provided to discuss openly and directly the issues which confront the community: “No Parsi is an Island” curated by Ranjit Hoskote and falling numbers, lack of interest by the young adults in Nancy Adajania with Pheroza J Godrej traces the community affairs, mixed marriages, death rituals etc. work of Parsi artists from the late colonial period to the present. But no, all controversial issues were off the table. The This exhibition at the National Gallery of Modern Art ¨”apex body’’ did not have the courage to organize (NGMA) former Cowasji Jehangir Public Hall was the program where such controversial issues could planned to coincide with the 10th World Zoroastrian be discussed in a dignified, well monitored dialogue Congress. And it is to the credit of these two ladies that and debate. Instead we spent four days listening to this beautiful exhibition,which was more than a year monologues from panelists who often did not respect in planning, was not allowed to be derailed with the the time limitations and were off the topic. congress. It was very disappointing was seeing empty seats in To coincide with the Congress, the Cyrus Cylinder, this large cavernous auditorium. Where were all the after completing its five museum tour in the US also Zarathushtis of Mumbai, where were all the members visited the century old Prince of Wales Museum in of the clergy, where were all the prominent community Mumbai which now has a new tongue-twisting name members? Even those who were presenters spoke Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya , and left. To his credit, Lord Karan Billimoria was the CSMVS in short. only dignitary (outside the congress organizers) who was present all four days. 1250 people attended All will not be lost if the Zarathushtis of Mumbai wake of which 50% must have been from the diaspora. up from their lethargy, shake off their disinterest for Does that show a mindful interest in the affairs of the community affairs and make an effort to visit these community? The diaspora which is always looked down two exhibits, buy (and read) the delightfully illustrated upon for allowing the religion to be diluted boasted of catalogue of the Across Oceans and Flowing Silks. 2,500 attendees in Houston!!. Our heritage encapsulated in there will open our minds to move forward. The congress was salvaged from being annulled, thanks to the intervention of community activists both in India and in the diaspora and by Dr Cyrus Poonawalla and Mr Nadir Godrej taking control of its leadership., The congress had excellent entertainment value both visual and gastronomical. There were some very good thought-provoking presentations which will 2 FEZANA JOURNAL — Winter 2013 A Message from FEZANA President EditorialEditorial Dear Zarathushtis, as “role models” for Greetings & Best Wishes from the FEZANA Family yourself. Then, you to You & Your Family in 2014. May Ahuramazda become role models shower his choicest blessings with Abundance for others in your own of Good Health, Peace, Love, Joy, Happiness and community helping Prosperity. Let us all begin the New Year 2014 them achieve their with love and understanding towards all fellow goals of communal Zarathushtis as well as all humanity and live in involvement and peace & harmony for times to come. development. The theme for this issue is Perpetuating the My personal Zoroastrian Faith for Future Generations. The message to the FEZANA Strategic Plan 2012-2022 outlines the roles, Next Generation responsibilities and activities that the Next Generation is: each day brings can involve themselves in, work together & contribute new opportunities to enhance the religious and communal life of the so look for creative Zarathushti community in North America as well as ideas and affirmative solutions; be visible and partner globally. with other fellow Zarathushtis to provide value added services resulting in the achievement of community Here are a few action items that FEZANA continues to service objectives; reach out to others; develop a spirit work on that involve and impact the Next Generation: of teamwork and network with Zarathushtis locally and globally to share ideas. Communicate, communicate, To Empower & Encourage Our Next Generation in and communicate within your community and with Leadership Roles We continue to advocate member neighboring Zarathushti organizations on community associations to promote their Youth to take active involvement. Develop a process to spread knowledge Leadership Roles at Community Level. Appoint a both vertically and horizontally within and outside young adult on your board, to head one or more of your your communities. Let’s all make a promise today to committees. We will all be enriched by their thought dedicate just one hour per week from our overly process, vitality and global know-how that they will busy lives to involve ourselves in Zarathushti bring to our organizations. community activities, and thus empower ourselves to work towards a HAPPIER, HEALTHIER, UNIFIED & To focus on nurturing the seeds of greatness in our KNOWLEDGABLE Zarathushti
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