زرتشت ازم کے شعائر، رسوم اور روایات: اسلامی تناظر میں اجمالی جائزہ

Zoroastrianism is an ancient Iranian religion founded by an Iranian Prophet and scholar Zoroaster. It is claimed by some foremost scholars that this is the most ancient religion of the world which influenced the other major religions of the world like, Judaism, Christianity and Islam. The main source to know the Zoroastrianism is Avesta, Denkart and Bundahishn (sacred books) from which we know the terminologies and traditions of this religion. Main two spirits are Ahura mazda (god of pleasure and goodness) and Ahriman (god of evil) and seven more main spirits which are called as angels are Amesha spentas which show the actual spirit and direction of this ancient religion. Some of the concepts and traditions are same which exists in Islam but with different names and features, like prayers and matters after death, heaven and hell. In this article, main focus is on tradition and terminologies of this ancient religion to know its actual spirit to get the basic information and main themes for initial reader of this religion from Islamic theological pers-pective. No doubt, Zoroastrianism is one the amended religions exist on earth yet because of the similarity of various rituals with Islam. However, Zoroastrianism is being considered reve-aled religion and Zoroaster as true prophet of Allah.

Impact of Training on Employee Job Performance with Job Involvement as Mediator: A Study of Textile Companies

This study evaluates impact of training on employee job performance with job involvement as mediator on textile companies of Pakistan. Both literature review and research survey questionnaire of this study discover that training whether on-the-job or off-the-job can get its result through proper design and implementation which should be schematic as per need, creates enthusiasm, job loyalty and enhancement in employee job performance. For this purpose, 240 questionnaires had been distributed in textile companies in Faisalabad for the collection of data. 200 questionnaires data had been processed and analyzed through statistical techniques correlation, regression and multiple regression by using SPSS. There results show that most of the companies take their need of training extemporary way meanwhile other developed textile companies tailor their need for training and then execute with proper control to get the desired job performance from their employees. The study concludes with a note that if companies choose true and appropriate training program in on-the-job or off-the-job method for their employees then it boasts dedication, job likeability, job security and job performance which adds to competencies and skills. The findings of this research also disclosed that training indicated a highly positive impact on job involvement than on employee job performance. Due to increase in job identification, commitment and loyalty, employees are more attached and satisfied with their jobs which results in job retention and effective job performance. Furthermore training enables the employees to cater their needs in facing the rapid advancement in technology, trends of competition and quality standards and it is also a significant role player in improving the employee job performance.