The Cyrus Cylinder: an empire's charter of tolerance
After taking Babylon, Cyrus recorded in cuneiform that he restored temples and returned displaced peoples to their homes.
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The Cyrus Cylinder: an empire's charter of tolerance
After taking Babylon, Cyrus recorded in cuneiform that he restored temples and returned displaced peoples to their homes.