1. Achaemenid - Noun
2. Achaemenid - Adjective
Achaemenid (not comparable)
Relating to the dynasty which ruled the Persian empire c. 550–330 BCE (the Achaemenid Empire), founded by Achaemenes.
Achaemenid (plural Achaemenids or Achaemenidae or Achaemenides)
A member of the dynasty which ruled the Persian empire c. 550–330 BCE (the Achaemenid Empire).
Achaemenid Persian rule main Ever since the Macedonian king Amyntas I surrendered his country to the Persians in about 512-511 BCE, Macedonians and Persians were strangers no more. Source: Internet
Ancient references further The Arachosia Satrapy and the Pactyan people during the Achaemenid Empire in 500 B.C. A variety of ancient groups with eponyms similar to Pakhtun have been hypothesized as possible ancestors of modern Pashtuns. Source: Internet
Both men belonged to the Achaemenid tribe and were still alive when Darius ascended the throne. Source: Internet
Angra Mainyu and his daevas (spirits) which attempt to attract humans away from the path of righteousness ( asha ) would eventually be destroyed.sfn History Achaemenid Empire The Behistun Inscription contains many references to Ahura Mazda. Source: Internet
Both were in use through the Achaemenid Persian period, but the cursive form steadily gained ground over the lapidary, which had largely disappeared by the 3rd century BC. citation Stele with dedicatory lapidary Aramaic inscription to the god Salm. Source: Internet
By 522 BCE, there were revolts against Darius in most parts of the Achaemenid Empire leaving the empire in turmoil. Source: Internet