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Over time, Zoroastrian theologians narrowed the term Ahura to refer almost exclusively to Ahura Mazda . Historical and Cultural Impact Religions - Zoroastrian: God, Zoroaster and immortals - BBC

: Ahura Mazda is credited with creating the cosmos, maintaining cosmic order (Asha), and bringing forth the heavens, earth, and humanity. Over time, Zoroastrian theologians narrowed the term Ahura

While Ahura Mazda is the supreme deity, the "Ahuric doctrine" originally recognized two lesser Ahuras who assisted in upholding order and justice: : The divinity of covenants and oaths. Apam Napat : A divinity associated with the waters. Apam Napat : A divinity associated with the waters

: He is described as omniscient (all-knowing), bounteous, and undeceiving. He is frequently associated with light and truth. The "Three Ahuras" The "Three Ahuras" : According to Zoroastrian theology

: According to Zoroastrian theology , Ahura Mazda is engaged in a cosmic struggle against Angra Mainyu (Ahriman), the spirit of deceit and destruction.

The most prominent figure bearing this title is , often translated as the "Wise Lord". In the teachings of the prophet Zarathustra (Zoroaster), Ahura Mazda is the supreme, uncreated spirit and the source of all goodness.