Behind the Name
Login   Register
Search
View Name: Artaxerxes


ARTAXERXES
Greek form of the Persian name Artakhshathra meaning "righteous ruler". This was the name of a 3rd-century king of Persia who defeated the Parthians and founded the Sassanian empire. He also established Zoroastrianism as the state religion.


Home Copyright © 1996-2009 Mike Campbell | Contact Information