The fifth Gahanbar, meaning ‘mid-year’ (originally the midwinter point), celebrating the creation of animals by Ahura Mazda. Associated with the Amesha Spenta Vohu Manah (Good Mind), guardian of cattle and all animal life. Celebrated at the deepest point of winter when Angra Mainyu’s cold grip is strongest, this festival affirms that even in darkness, the creative power of Ahura Mazda sustains life underground through Rapithwin’s warmth. The communal feast emphasizes the sacred bond between humans and animals in the Zoroastrian creation hierarchy.