Definition

Proper noun: - King of Persia and founder of the Persian Empire (circa 600-529 BC): Cyrus the Elder, also known as Cyrus II or Cyrus the Great, was the first Achaemenid Emperor. He founded the Persian Empire by uniting the Medes and Persians and is renowned for his conquests, including the Neo-Babylonian Empire, and for his policies of tolerance towards conquered peoples.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Cyrus the Elder established an empire that stretched from the Aegean Sea to the Indus River.
  • The policies of Cyrus the Elder regarding human rights were recorded on the Cyrus Cylinder.
  • Historians often study the military strategies of Cyrus the Elder.

Advanced Usage

• "The legacy of Cyrus the Elder": refers to the long-lasting impact of his rule, including administrative models and concepts of imperial tolerance.
  • The legacy of Cyrus the Elder influenced later empires in the region.

Variants and Related Words

• Cyrus the Great: The more common name for the same historical figure.
• Cyrus II: The formal regnal name, used to distinguish him from other rulers named Cyrus.
• Achaemenid Empire: The name of the empire he founded.

Synonyms

• Cyrus the Great: The primary synonym.
• Cyrus II: A formal equivalent.

Related Phrases

• The Cyrus Cylinder: An ancient clay cylinder, often cited as an early charter of human rights, associated with his reign.
  • The Cyrus Cylinder is considered a symbol of the enlightened rule of Cyrus the Elder.

Noun

1. king of Persia and founder of the Persian Empire (circa 600-529 BC)