Dastur

Dastur

A dastūr is a Zoroastrian high priest who has authority in religious matters and ranks higher than a Mobad or Herbad.

In modern usage the term dastūr refers mostly to Parsi priests in India.

References

  • Boyce, Mary (2001). Zoroastrians, Their Religious Beliefs and Practices. London: Routledge

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