Seven sacred beings

What it is: The tradition speaks of seven sacred beings, sometimes described as angels, holy mysteries, or delegated divine powers.

How the tradition understands it: These beings participate in the administration of the world and occupy an important place in cosmology, devotion, and ritual memory.

Basis and context: The theme appears in modern religious syntheses, oral tradition, and classic academic descriptions of Yazidism.

Debates and variations: Terminology varies among authors and translations. In general, scholars warn that 'angel' can be only a partial approximation of the internal concept.

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Britannica, Yazidi Entry

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A concise entry on the tradition's origins, beliefs, and practices.

Reference: Encyclopaedia Britannica, entry on the Yazidi.
Content: It summarizes historical origins, seven sacred beings, Tawusi Melek, Lalish, endogamy, purity, and transmigration of souls.
Use in debate: It is useful as a general synthesis and as an entry point into the religion's central beliefs.

Encyclopaedia Iranica, Yazidis i. General

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A reference academic study on Yazidi identity, practice, and beliefs.

Reference: Encyclopaedia Iranica, article 'Yazidis i. General,' by Christine Allison.
Content: It highlights the importance of orthopraxy, religious purity, metempsychosis, and communal organization.
Use in debate: It is one of the most cited academic sources for a general description of Yezidism.

Tradition of the seven sacred beings

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Yazidi cosmology speaks of seven sacred beings linked to the government of the world.

Reference: Oral traditions and classical descriptions of Yazidi cosmology.
Content: The material presents seven sacred beings subordinated to the creator God and active in the order of the world.
Use in debate: Central source for the cosmological structure of the religion.