Ohrmazd
Hormizd IV
The Turbulent
Reign: 579 - 590 CE
(11 years)
Biography
Hormizd IV inherited a strong empire but his harsh treatment of the nobility and execution of his general Bahram Chobin led to civil war. He was deposed and blinded by conspirators who placed his son Khosrow II on the throne.
Key Achievements
- Military successes against Byzantium
- Defended against Turks
- Reign ended in civil war
Quick Facts
- Persian Name
- Ohrmazd
- Reign Duration
- 11 years
- Era
- late Period
Succession
Predecessor
Khosrow ISuccessor
Khosrow II