Shāpūr II Reigns over Sāsānian Empire
At a glance:
- Series: Great Events from History: The Ancient World, Prehistory-476
- Categories: Religion, Ethics, Royalty, Rulers, Nobility, Military History
- Subcategories: Kings, Queens, Kingdoms, Monarchy, Empires, Dynasties, Emperors, Caesars, Khans
- Curriculum: Middle Eastern History, Western Civilization/European History, Ancient History
- Geographical Location: Armenia, Iraq, Persia, Iran
- Date: 309-379
Article abstract: Shāpūr II, a warrior king of Persia, expanded the confines and influence of Persia from Syria to Afghanistan and ushered in a lengthy period of cultural and religious growth.
Summary of Event
Shāpūr II was born in 309 c.e., the third son of King Hormizd II and a Jewish mother. According to legend, his father died before he was born and he was pronounced king while still in the womb. Persian matters of state reverted to a regency in the form of the Council of Nobles headed by Shahroy, an elder councilor, until 325 c.e. Shāpūr...
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