# Avestan — Zoroastrian Prayers & Calendar

> Zoroastrian prayers, calendar, rituals, recipes, and card game companion. (iPhone/iPad app by Zubin Anary.)

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- Developer: [Zubin Anary](https://appshunter.io/developer/387558732)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 35 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-07-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avestan/id6762494868/reviews.md

## What is Avestan?

Avestan is the complete Zoroastrian companion for your daily practice — prayers, scripture, sacred calendar, rituals, and centuries of Parsi tradition, beautifully crafted for iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV.

SACRED PRAYERS & SCRIPTURE
The complete Zoroastrian prayer library — foundational and Kusti prayers with Avestan text, transliteration, and English translation. The five Gathas with audio recitation. The 101 Names of Ahura Mazda. The full Nyayesh, Afrinagan, Patet, and Siroza. A built-in Pronunciation Guide and Kasti size calculator are included.

DAILY GAH PRAYERS
Never miss a moment of prayer. Avestan knows the current Gah period — the five sacred divisions of the Zoroastrian day — and presents the right prayer at the right time. Solar-accurate times are calculated from your precise location, with optional reminders when each new Gah begins.

ZOROASTRIAN CALENDAR
Stay connected to the sacred year with Shahenshahi, Kadmi, and Fasli calendar support:

· Today's Roj, Mah, and year — always at a glance
· Daily sunrise, sunset, and moon phase for any date
· Full monthly grid with Jashan feast days, Gatha days, and religious observances
· Personal notes on any calendar day
· Home screen widgets showing today's Zoroastrian date, updated at midnight

FAMILY SACRED DATES
Record birthdays, anniversaries, and memorials tied to the Zoroastrian Roj and Mah, with optional reminders so no sacred date is ever forgotten. Sync seamlessly via iCloud. When a birthday arrives, Avestan celebrates with animated balloons and a traditional Zoroastrian birthday song.

ZOROASTRIAN RITUALS
Step-by-step guides to the ceremonies of the faith — Navjote, Jashan, Gahambar, Muktad, Chahrem, Ashirvad, Tandarosti, and more — with linked prayers, traditional foods, and calendar connections.

31 PARSI RECIPES
Cook authentic Parsi dishes: Mutton Dhansak, Patra Ni Machhi, Lagan Nu Custard, and 25 more. Each recipe features step-by-step instructions, built-in cooking timers, and links to the ceremonies they celebrate.

AKA PUR CHAR
Challenge your family to Aka Pur Char — the beloved Parsi card game, now digital. Play against an intelligent AI, challenge a friend nearby over WiFi and Bluetooth, or compete online with anyone in the world. Game Center leaderboards and achievements track the best players.

WEEKLY COMMUNITY PRAYER
Join the global Zoroastrian community every Sunday for the NAMC Hum Bandagi — a live Zoom prayer session open to all. Avestan connects you directly to the date, time, and link to join.

MOBED DIRECTORY
Find a Mobed near you. A directory of Mobeds registered with the North American Mobeds Council (NAMC), sorted by proximity, with credentials and services for ceremonies and community events.

ZOROASTRIAN FIRE TEMPLES
Discover fire temples around the world — Atash Behrams, Agiarys, and Dar-e-Mehrs — with maps, directions, and proximity alerts when you are near a sacred Zoroastrian site while travelling.

ABOUT ZOROASTRIANISM
An introduction to one of the world's oldest monotheistic religions — history, core beliefs, divine beings, and the living traditions that connect Zoroastrians across generations.

AVESTAN PREMIUM
The Calendar, Gah Reminders, Sacred Date Reminders, Fire Temple Locator, Recipes, Aka Pur Char, Home Screen Widgets, and iCloud Sync are available with Avestan Premium — monthly, yearly, or lifetime. Family Sharing supported.

DESIGNED FOR EVERY APPLE DEVICE
Built natively for iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV — with a clean, respectful design that honours the beauty of the faith.

Whether you are a lifelong practitioner, a member of the Parsi community reconnecting with your heritage, or someone drawn to one of the world's oldest monotheistic religions — Avestan is your daily companion.

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This app is governed by Apple Standard License Agreement found at this URL:  http://www.apple.com/legal/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula

## Key features

- Complete prayer library with translations
- Daily Gah prayer timing and reminders
- Multiple Zoroastrian calendar systems
- Step-by-step ritual guides
- 31 Parsi recipes
- Digital Aka Pur Char card game
- Mobed and Fire Temple directory

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $12.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about Avestan

### What is Avestan?

Avestan is a comprehensive digital companion for Zoroastrian practice. It provides access to prayers, scripture, a sacred calendar, ritual guides, Parsi recipes, and a digital card game, designed for iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV.

### Does Avestan have ads?

No, Avestan is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience focused on religious and cultural content.

### What are the subscription options for Avestan?

Avestan offers subscription plans for enhanced features. Users can choose a monthly subscription for $2.99 or a yearly subscription for $12.99.

### Can I use Avestan offline?

While specific features like online multiplayer for Aka Pur Char require connectivity, the core content such as prayers, scripture, and calendar information is accessible offline.

### What devices support Avestan?

Avestan is available on Apple TV, iPhone, and iPad, ensuring a consistent experience across Apple devices.

### How often is Avestan updated?

The app was last updated on July 22, 2026, indicating recent development and support. Users can expect ongoing improvements and content additions.

### What is the age rating for Avestan?

Avestan has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in learning about Zoroastrianism and its traditions.

### How does Avestan handle personal dates?

Avestan allows users to record personal sacred dates like birthdays and anniversaries, tied to the Zoroastrian calendar. It syncs via iCloud and provides optional reminders and celebratory animations.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2026-07-22

No release notes.

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