In what way is the kusti important to Zoroastrians?
The sudreh and kusti are given to a child when they are initiated into the religious faith at the Navjote ceremony. It signifies the child becoming an adult and the sudreh and kusti help provide protection and select the right path in life. It is a part of our existence. The kusti is used in various ceremonies — from marriage to funeral. Zoroastrians are expected to perform a prayer involving the kusti five times a day.

A Navjote ceremony is conducted to initiate children into the religious faith