SAEDNEWS: Cyrus the Great Day 1404: A Celebration of the King Who Embodied Freedom and Justice, with Stunning Images from His Tomb and the Story of His Birth
On the occasion of Cyrus the Great Day, this section of Namnak offers insights into the commemoration and birthday of this beloved king of Iran. We also invite you to explore images showcasing the interior of Cyrus the Great’s magnificent tomb.
When is Cyrus the Great Day 1404?
Cyrus the Great Day falls on 7 Aban. On this day, the king of Iran entered Babylon not with a sword but with wisdom and humanity, issuing a decree for the freedom of captives and the reopening of temples—an event recorded in the Chronicle of Nabonidus and regarded as the beginning of a new chapter in the concept of governance and justice.
His famous decree, inscribed on a clay tablet, is now recognized as the first human rights declaration, highlighting respect for freedom of belief and human dignity.
Cyrus’s Birthday: Which Day Is It?
Many questions arise about Cyrus the Great’s birthday in the Iranian calendar. Some mistakenly believe he was born on 7 Aban, while other sources cite 4 Shahrivar (26 August). However, the 4 Shahrivar date lacks historical confirmation, and the exact month of Cyrus’s birth remains unknown. It is also unclear who first designated 4 Shahrivar as the commemoration of Cyrus the Great.
Inside Cyrus’s Tomb
As mentioned, 7 Aban is observed as a day to honor this king and his peaceful entry into Babylon. Each year, thousands gather at Pasargadae with love and respect to pay tribute to the founder of the Achaemenid Empire—the king upon whose shoulders Iranian civilization was built. Below, you can view images of the interior of Cyrus the Great’s tomb.
View of the Interior of Cyrus’s Tomb
