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The Arsacid Kings: Armenia's Parthian Dynasty
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the Arshakuni (Arsacid) dynasty that ruled Armenia for nearly four centuries. They begin with the pivotal moment in 66 AD when Tiridates I traveled to Rome to be crowned by Nero, a unique event that established Armenia as a buffer state between Rome and Parthia. Lucas explains how the Arsacids blended Iranian and Hellenistic traditions, introducing Zoroastrian fire temples and the cults of Mihr and Anahit alongside Greek-inspired architecture. He describes the powerful nakharar noble clans that held decentralized power, often rivaling the king. The…
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