Cyrus

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Definition

Proper noun 1. A male given name of Persian origin: A name historically borne by several kings of ancient Persia. 2. Cyrus the Great (c. 600–530 BC): The founder of the Achaemenid Empire, known for his military conquests and policy of tolerance towards conquered peoples. 3. Cyrus the Younger (c. 424–401 BC): A Persian prince and military leader who rebelled against his brother, King Artaxerxes II.

Usage Examples
  • Proper noun (as a historical figure):
    • Cyrus is often credited with issuing one of the earliest known declarations of human rights, the Cyrus Cylinder.
    • The empire founded by Cyrus stretched from the Aegean Sea to the Indus River.
    • The rebellion led by Cyrus the Younger is detailed in the ancient Greek text Anabasis.
Advanced Usage
  • "The Great": This epithet is almost exclusively attached to Cyrus the Great to distinguish him and denote his historical significance.
    • Cyrus the Great established a model of imperial administration that influenced later empires.
  • In academic or historical texts, the name "Cyrus" used alone typically refers to Cyrus the Great due to his paramount importance.
Variants and Related Words
  • Cyrus the Great: (noun phrase) The specific and most common historical reference for the name.
  • Cyrus the Younger: (noun phrase) Used to specify the prince who fought at the Battle of Cunaxa.
  • Achaemenid: (adjective) Relating to the dynasty founded by Cyrus the Great.
    • The Achaemenid Empire was the first Persian Empire.
Synonyms
  • Kurush: (proper noun) The original Old Persian form of the name Cyrus.
  • Kourosh: (proper noun) The modern Persian form of the name.
Related Phrases and Contexts
  • The Cyrus Cylinder: A clay cylinder inscribed with a declaration by Cyrus the Great, often called an early charter of human rights.
  • The Edict of Cyrus: Refers to the biblical account (in the Book of Ezra) of Cyrus's decree allowing exiled Jews to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the Temple.
Noun
  1. Persian prince who was defeated in battle by his brother Artaxerxes II (424-401 BC)

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