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Parthia and Rome: Four Hundred Years of Victories and Defeats

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Parthia and Rome: Four Hundred Years of Victories and Defeats
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The Arsacid dynasty, of Scythian origin, succeeded in uniting Iran and Babylonia, creating the Parthian Empire—the only ancient power to resist the expansion of the Roman Empire. Alexander the Great's legacy was divided between Parthia and Rome, and for centuries, Roman emperors unsuccessfully attempted to conquer the East, as if fate itself prevented them from repeating Alexander's triumph. Contemporaries admired the Parthians' military achievements: their cataphracts and mounted archers successfully routed the supposedly invincible Roman legions. The Arsacids skillfully utilized all anti-Roman forces, and the Roman siege of Jerusalem marked the climax of this confrontation. The military strategy of the Parthian generals proved so effective that it remains relevant to this day. Having stemmed the Western onslaught, the Arsacid Empire became a unique melting pot, fusing Iranian, Hellenic, and Semitic cultural traditions. The Magi from Parthia came to venerate the Nativity of the Savior, and the Apostles carried Christianity throughout the East, including Parthia. King Tiridates of the Arsacid dynasty became the first Christian ruler of the ancient world. This study, based on the latest archaeological, numismatic, and military-historical discoveries, as well as modern interpretations of the cultural and spiritual development of the Middle East, will be of interest to all lovers of ancient history.
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