Persia grew from a small tribal group to a vast civilization that stretched across the Mediterranean Sea. With this growth, society changed immensely starting with a small simple village then becoming a complex society with millions of citizens. During this time of growth a new religion, created by the Prophet Zoroaster, made its way to popularity. Zoroastrainism is a monotheistic religion with the belief that the individual has the responsibility to choose between good and evil. This choice during daily interactions will determine whether that person goes to the Abode of song or the Abode of wickedness. Kings also embraced this teaching and felt it was their responsibility to do their part to create a good society. Zorastrainism coupled
