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Darvands

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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in Zendic mythology, are six evil spirits created by Ahriman, in opposition to the Amshaspands of Ahuramazda. Their names were Akomano, Ander, Samva,Nasatyas, Taric, and Zaric. These were mostly the same as the deities of the Vedas, only changed into demons by the Zends.

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Darvands'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​d/darvands.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
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