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Definition:
In Zoroastrianism, a daxma is a structure built for a dead body to be placed
upon so that it can be consumed by carrion birds or other animals. In Zoroastrian
beliefs, death is one of the principal means by which Angra Mainyu attacks the world,
thus a dead body is itself a locus of evil energy. To bury or cremate a body would
entail defiling the sacred earth or sacred fire, thus they are prohibited.
Also Known As: none
Alternate Spellings: dakhma, dokhma
Common Misspellings: none
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What is the Philosophy of Religion?
Sometimes confused with theology, the Philosophy of Religion is the philosophical study of religious beliefs, religious doctrines, religious arguments and religious history. The line between theology and the philosophy of religion isn't always sharp, but the primary difference is that theology tends to be apologetical in nature, committed to the defense of particular religious positions, whereas Philosophy of Religion is committed to the investigation of religion itself, rather than the truth of any particular religion.
