Zoroastrianism

Cyrus the Great

The Persian king known for tolerance and justice.

Cyrus the Great, founder of the Achaemenid Empire, exemplified Zoroastrian values of justice and tolerance. His Cylinder is considered an early charter of human rights. He freed the Jews from Babylonian captivity.

Cyrus ruled by Asha, truth and justice.

Zoroastrian View, History

Cyrus is honored in both Persian and Jewish traditions.

Historical