Zoroastrianism is one of the smallest religious communities in Singapore. Join us on an exclusive tour of the Zoroastrian and explore the prayers and practices of this lesser-known community.

Meet Mr Kersi Aspar

Hello everyone, I am Kersi Aspar – an ethnic Parsi Zoroastrian. I am a member of the PZAS (Parsi Zoroastrian Association of Singapore) who is involved in the Inter Religious Organisation in Singapore. For me, the tenets of Zoroastrianism are timeless. My religion has a reverence for the environment and promotes the idea that we are responsible for our own actions. Hence, it is important for us to do things with good intentions, keeping in mind the principles of good thoughts, good words and good deeds.

Although I am a Zoroastrian by birth, I am still in the process of learning more about the faith and about myself. I am excited to share my knowledge and faith in the upcoming festival!

More about the Zoroastrian House

The Zoroastrian House located on Desker Road is where the Zoroastrian community congregates but it is not to be confused with a Fire Temple (an official place of worship). There is no Fire Temple in Singapore and worship is conducted in these private settings. Contrary to popular belief, Zoroastrians are not fire worshippers and see fire in a more symbolic way as representing God’s light or wisdom.

Today, the Zoroastrian community in Singapore is approximately 350 members strong. Despite their relatively smaller numbers, the contributions of the Zoroastrian community to Singapore’s progress have been significant and they form an important part of our social fabric.

Details of the Programme

• Language: English
• Dates:

• Sat, 2 Oct: 1400-1600, 1600-1800
• Sun, 3 Oct: 1400-1600, 1600-1800

• Meeting Point:

• Entrance of Zoroastrian House (81 Desker Rd Singapore 209604)

• Please arrive 20 minutes before the event for registration. Our facilitators will be wearing our event t-shirt.
• Parking is unavailable at event premises.
• Venue is not wheelchair accessible.
• The event will proceed rain or shine.

Who should come?

• All are welcome to participate!

What to bring?

• Participants should bring an umbrella and a bottle of water.
• Participants are encouraged to dress respectfully in smart casual (i.e. collared shirt, long pants and covered shoes). Sleeveless attire, shorts/miniskirts or sandals are strictly not allowed.
• Participants will be denied entry if they dress inappropriately.
• Asthmatic individuals are encouraged to bring their inhaler.

COVID-19 Precautions

• All hosts and facilitators in this tour programme are fully vaccinated or have taken a Pre-Event Test (PET) in the past 24 hours
• Facilitators in this tour or programme are trained in basic first-aid.
• All participants must complete TraceTogether, a health declaration form and temperature taking at the start of the event.
• All participants must wear their masks properly throughout the event.
• All participants must maintain a one-metre distance from other participants during the event.
• All participants will be issued with coloured stickers and be divided into smaller groups. Participants must stay with their groups and not intermingle between the groups

Disclaimer

• All ticket sales are final. There will be no refund if you wish to cancel your tickets.
• By agreeing to participate in the event, participants are responsible for any injury, loss or damage due to the negligence on his/her part or of the children under his/her charge.
• Participants must abide by the house rules set out by the host. Facilitators will brief participants at the start of the programme.
• Videos and photographs may also be taken during the event. By registering for this event, you give My Community full rights to use the photos for marketing and publicity.
• It is compulsory for a parent/guardian to accompany any child of or under the age of 12.

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