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joined in the beautiful hymn to Ahura-Mazda:

We worship the Spirit Divine, all wisdom and goodness possessing,
Surrounded by Holy Immortals, the givers of bounty and blessing,
We joy in the works of His hands, His truth and His power confessing.

We praise all the things that are pure, for these are His only Creation;
The thoughts that are true, and the words and deeds that have won approbation;
These are supported by Him and for these we make adoration.

Hear us, O Mazda! Thou livest in truth and in heavenly gladness;
Cleanse us from falsehood, and keep us from evil and bondage to badness;
Pour out the light and the joy of Thy life on our darkness and sadness.

Shine on our gardens and fields, Shine on our working and weaving;
Shine on the whole race of man, Believing and unbelieving;
 Shine on us now through the night,
 Shine on us now in Thy might,
The flame of our holy love and the song of our worship receiving.