About Khwarrahbud
Khwarrahbud was a historian, scribe and translator.
Khwarrahbud was a 4th-century scribe active during the reign of the Sasanian king Shapur II . Captured by the Romans and sent to stay in their territory, Khwarrahbud wrote a book on the accomplishments of Shapur II and Julian, and also learned Greek. He made a Greek translation of a Middle Persian book written by Rāstsakhwan, one of his captive associates. The 6th-century Roman historian Agathias later used this book.
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Who was Khwarrahbud?
Iranian scribe
What was Khwarrahbud's occupation?
Khwarrahbud was a historian, scribe and translator.
What nationality was Khwarrahbud?
Khwarrahbud's recorded nationality: Sasanian Empire.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Khwarrahbud. https://biography.guide/khwarrahbud/
MLA: "Khwarrahbud." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/khwarrahbud/.
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