Summarize Zarathustra’s understanding of human destiny.

What are the general ethical demands of traditional Zoroastrian life

human destiny is resurrection and judgment of the dead, and there vivid portrayals of heaven and hell are among its most important and influential features.

Shortly after death, individuals undergo judgment. This requires crossing the Bridge of the Separator, which goes over an abyss of horrible torment but leads to paradise. The ethical records of individuals are read and judged. The good are allowed to enter paradise, while the evil are cast down to the abyss. In the Their own soul and their own self shall torment them when they come where the Bridge of the Separator is, to all time dwellers in the House of the Lie.

The traditional life of Zoroastrianism is cen-tered on agriculture. Its ethical demands include such principles as caring for livestock and fields. Generally one is to lead a simple life, always telling the truth and doing what is right. Worship practices include prayer, which is to be done five times a day.