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Jemshid

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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in Iranian history, the mythical hero who led the Aryan tribes in their first emigration to Asia, and who taught them the arts of civilization. He is said, however, to have taught them idolatry also. His real name was Yima- Khacta.

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