About Adhur Narseh
Lived 250 – 309 (aged 58–59). Adhur Narseh was a sovereign.
Adur Narseh was the ninth Sasanian King of Kings of Iran briefly in 309. Following his father's death, the nobles and Zoroastrian clergy saw an opportunity to gain influence within the Empire. Thus, they murdered Adur Narseh, blinded one of his brothers and forced another brother (Hormizd) to flee. He was succeeded by his infant brother Shapur II.
Adur Narseh is only mentioned in some Greek sources, while oriental sources make no mention of him, and none of his coins have yet been found. The credibility of these Greek sources regarding Adur Narseh is questioned by Nikolaus Schindel, who believes that Adur Narseh probably never ruled.
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Who was Adhur Narseh?
the ninth Sasanian emperor (r. 309–309)
When was Adhur Narseh born?
Adhur Narseh was born in 250.
When did Adhur Narseh die?
Adhur Narseh died in 309.
What was Adhur Narseh's occupation?
Adhur Narseh was a sovereign.
What nationality was Adhur Narseh?
Adhur Narseh's recorded nationality: Sasanian Empire.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Adhur Narseh. https://biography.guide/adhur-narseh/
MLA: "Adhur Narseh." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/adhur-narseh/.
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