Wahrām
Bahram II
The Devoted
Reign: 274 - 293 CE
(19 years)
Biography
Bahram II continued his father's policy of strengthening Zoroastrian orthodoxy. He faced rebellion from his brother Hormizd in the east and lost territories to Rome under Emperor Carus. His reign saw the height of the priest Kartir's influence.
Key Achievements
- Strengthened Zoroastrian institutions
- Maintained internal stability
- Patronized religious architecture
Quick Facts
- Persian Name
- Wahrām
- Reign Duration
- 19 years
- Era
- early Period
Succession
Predecessor
Bahram ISuccessor
Bahram III