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In the midst of the chaos and destruction of modern warfare, Professor Cyrus, a historian deeply fascinated by ancient Persian history, suddenly closes his eyes to the world. But this is not an end; it is a new beginning. He is reincarnated into the body of an infant named "Cyrus" in ancient times, precisely at the dawn of the Achaemenid Empire. With a mind full of 21st-century knowledge and a photographic memory that keeps all his learnings alive, this new Cyrus finds an unparalleled opportunity to change his own destiny and that of the ancient nation of Iran. Can a modern mind not only survive in an ancient world but also, like his historical predecessor, build an empire that will be unparalleled throughout history?

This epic novel is a journey into the depths of an alternate history, where Cyrus, using his unique genius, undertakes unprecedented innovations. From inventing a new Persian language and script, and producing paper and soap in his childhood, to implementing revolutionary army reforms inspired by Sun Tzu, Roman military principles, and modern military science. He rebuilds governmental and judicial systems based on human rights and wisdom, fosters theoretical and experimental sciences, and constructs infrastructures beyond the imagination of that era. His goal is not merely conquest, but to build a civilization founded on justice, tolerance, and progress, so that the Achaemenid Empire may endure for thousands of years and remain safe from historical collapses caused by Alexander the Great.

"My Persian Empire" is a narrative of the endeavour to create an ancient utopia, where extreme nationalism gives way to mutual understanding and coexistence, and great civilizations of the world, from Rome to Greece, and from India to China, imitate the advancements of Persia. This eventful story takes you into the heart of strategic battles, court intrigues, and scientific and cultural transformations, showing how a leader with a modern vision can not only rewrite history but also leave an everlasting legacy for humanity.

Author's Note:

Hello dear companions!

It is with great pride that I present to you my first novel, "My Persian Empire." This work is the result of my years of fascination with web novels in the Kingdom Building genre and the glorious history of Iran. In creating this novel, I have utilized the capabilities of Artificial Intelligence (AI) – particularly models like Gemini 2.5 Flash or Grok 3 – to craft a rich and precise story. However, I emphasize that every idea and every narrative thread has been under my complete and direct management and supervision. AI has been a powerful tool in my hands to turn my dream into reality, but the spirit, thought, and human creativity of this work are entirely my own. I understand that as a novice writer, there may be imperfections in my work, but I have created it with all my heart for you, and I hope you enjoy this historical-fictional journey. Your support and feedback will be my greatest motivation to continue on this path and create subsequent volumes. Thank you very much for your companionship.

My Persian Empire

After completing work on the dictionary and grammar, young Cyrus's mind turned to a more ambitious project; a project that encompassed not only linguistic and scientific aspects but also deeper dimensions of religious and political power. He knew that among his people, there were many religious stories, hymns, and teachings that were transmitted orally or on scattered and perishable materials. Cyrus realized the importance of compiling a unified religious text to create cultural and religious cohesion in his future empire.

He remembered the role sacred texts played in identity formation and national unity in the modern era. In this ancient period, the teachings of the Avesta, the holy book of Zoroastrians, were primarily transmitted orally by Magi, or written on rare and vulnerable animal skins and papyri. Cyrus decided to, for the first time, compile this vast treasure of ancient wisdom completely and uniformly, on new paper and in his own New Persian language, and name it the "Achaemenid Avesta".

This undertaking required unprecedented effort. Cyrus enlisted his trusted nurses and young scribes, who had by now gained more skill in paper production and using the new language. He commissioned them to travel throughout Persian and Median lands, collecting every part of the Avesta, from the sacred Gathas to the praise-hymns (Yashts) and other ritual texts, from the Magi and wise men, and bringing them to the workshop. This process was like assembling the pieces of a vast puzzle that had been scattered for centuries.

After the collection, the arduous work of rewriting and standardization began. Cyrus meticulously supervised this process. He ensured that the teachings were fully and accurately transferred onto the paper pages, using the rules of the Guide to New Persian Writing and the vocabulary of the Comprehensive Dictionary of New Persian. His goal was to create a work that would be both religiously authentic and serve as a tool for promoting his new language and script. This small workshop had now become the cradle of a religious and linguistic revolution.

The compilation of the Achaemenid Avesta held not only religious significance but also deep political dimensions. With a unified and accessible sacred text, Cyrus could expand his religious and political influence throughout the land. This book would become a symbol of his rule, which enjoyed the support of Ahura Mazda and established religious order in the country. By possessing this holy book, people would achieve a greater shared identity.

This project helped Cyrus to resonate his name not just as a ruler or an inventor, but as a spiritual leader and guardian of ancient wisdom, across all his spheres of influence, from Anshan to Media. Every Magus and every tribe that utilized this compiled and accessible Avesta would, inadvertently, also learn Cyrus's new language and script.

The Achaemenid Avesta, inspired by the fountain of Ahura Mazda's eternal light, was the first tangible step towards a deeper integration of religion and state in Cyrus's empire. This book symbolized enlightenment, justice, and order; values that Cyrus envisioned for his thousand-year empire. With the completion of this monumental project, Cyrus was nearing preparation for the next stage of his knowledge revolution: the dissemination of these books and the new language among all people.

Chapter 47: The Fountain of Eternal Light: Compiling the Great Avesta