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Hērbad (also hīrbad, hērbed or ērvad) is a title given to Zoroastrian priests of minor orders. In the present day, hērbad is the lowest rank in the Zoroastrian priesthood, and is granted following the basic navar ceremony that marks the beginning of theological training. Unlike a mobed or dastūr, a hērbad may not celebrate the yasna, the main service. He may, however, assist. A hērbad may also not officiate at a recitation of the Vendidad, which is reserved for priests of higher grade. Amongst lay Zoroastrians, the three terms are used interchangeably. Unlike mobed but like dastūr, hērbad may be adopted as a professional title in a person's name.
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Hērbad (also hīrbad, hērbed or ērvad) is a title given to Zoroastrian priests of minor orders. In the present day, hērbad is the lowest rank in the Zoroastrian priesthood, and is granted following the basic navar ceremony that marks the beginning of theological training. Unlike a mobed or dastūr, a hērbad may not celebrate the yasna, the main service. He may, however, assist. A hērbad may also not officiate at a recitation of the Vendidad, which is reserved for priests of higher grade. Amongst lay Zoroastrians, the three terms are used interchangeably. Unlike mobed but like dastūr, hērbad may be adopted as a professional title in a person's name.
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