Narsē
Narseh
The Reformer
Reign: 293 - 303 CE
(10 years)
Biography
Narseh seized the throne from his grand-nephew Bahram III. Initially successful against Rome, he was defeated by Galerius and forced to sign a humiliating peace treaty, ceding territories and his own family as hostages.
Key Achievements
- Initially successful against Rome
- Left important rock reliefs at Paikuli
- Consolidated power after succession crisis
Quick Facts
- Persian Name
- Narsē
- Reign Duration
- 10 years
- Era
- early Period
Succession
Predecessor
Bahram IIISuccessor
Hormizd II