Cyrus the Great
6 articles tagged with "Cyrus the Great"
The Return of Jews to Jerusalem and the Rebuilding of the Temple
Explore the return of Jews to Jerusalem after Babylonian exile, rebuilding the Temple under Persian rule from 539 BC.
The Rise of Persia and Greek-Persian Conflict
Explore the rise of Persia under Cyrus II and subsequent conflicts with Greece over trade routes and territorial control.
Greek Relations with Asia and the Rise of Persian Power
Explore pivotal interactions between Greeks and Asian powers, including Lydians and Persians, during the 7th-6th centuries BCE.
Cyrus the Great: Foundations of the Persian Empire
Explore Cyrus the Great's founding of the Achaemenid Empire through military conquest and administrative innovation, setting a precedent for future empires.
The Rise and Nature of the Persian Empire under Cyrus the Great
Explore the humane governance style of Cyrus the Great, founder of the Persian Empire, promoting religious freedom and respect for local customs.
The Fall of Babylon and the Dawn of Persian Rule
Explore the dramatic fall of Babylon to Persian control, marking the end of Mesopotamian dominance and the beginning of Achaemenid rule in 539 BC.