Zoroastrianism

Gender Equality

The relatively equal status of women in Zoroastrian tradition.

Zoroastrianism has historically given women relatively equal status. Women can become priests in some traditions. Gender discrimination contradicts the faith's emphasis on righteousness for all.

Men and women alike may choose the path of truth.

Zoroastrian Teaching, Ethics

Zoroastrianism's gender equality was progressive for its time.

Tradition