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yezidi


Meanings
  • noun

    A religious and ethnic group originating from the Middle East, primarily residing in Iraq, Syria, and Turkey.

    - "The Yezidi community has a rich cultural heritage."
    - "Many Yezidis practice a religion that incorporates elements of Zoroastrianism and ancient Mesopotamian beliefs."
    - "The Yezidi people have faced persecution and discrimination throughout history."

Variants
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oyez , oyezed , oyezes , oyezing
Etymology
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The origin of the name 'Yezidi' is uncertain. Some sources suggest it may derive from the name of their revered figure, Sheikh Adi ibn Musafir, while others believe it may be related to the Persian word for 'devil-worshippers'.


Trivia
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  1. The Yezidi people have a unique religious practice that involves the veneration of seven angels, known as the 'Seven Holy Beings'.

  2. The Yezidi people have a unique calendar, which is based on the solar year and the lunar cycle.

  3. The Yezidi people have a rich tradition of storytelling, with epic tales of heroism and adventure passed down from generation to generation.


Related Concepts
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  1. Zoroastrianism: An ancient Iranian religion that emphasizes good thoughts, good words, and good deeds.

  2. Mesopotamia: An ancient civilization located in the Middle East, known for its contributions to literature, law, and agriculture.

  3. Sufi Islam: A mystical branch of Islam that emphasizes spiritual development and personal connection with God.


Culture
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Yezidis have a rich and complex cultural heritage, with a unique religious practice that incorporates elements of Zoroastrianism, ancient Mesopotamian beliefs, and Sufi Islam. They have a distinct language, called Sinjarli or Sorani, which is a dialect of Kurdish.

How to Memorize "yezidi"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a community of people living in the mountains of Iraq, with a rich cultural heritage and unique religious practices.
    - Visualize the ancient temples and shrines that are important to the Yezidi faith.
    - Imagine the intricate patterns and colors used in Yezidi art and textiles.

  2. associate

    - Associate the name 'Yezidi' with the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and the Middle East.
    - Think of a community that has faced persecution and discrimination throughout history, but has managed to preserve its unique cultural traditions.
    - Associate the name 'Yezidi' with the beautiful landscapes of the mountains of Iraq and Syria.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the unique cultural practices and religious beliefs of the Yezidi people.
    - Think of the ancient temples and shrines as symbols of the Yezidi faith.
    - Use the acronym 'YES' to remember the key features of the Yezidi people: Y for Yezidis, E for Ethnic group, S for Sacred shrines.


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