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Artaxerxes I

Sixth Achaemenid emperor (475–424 BC)

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Artaxerxes I was the fifth King of Kings of the Achaemenid Empire of Persia, from August 465 to December 424 BC. He was the third son of Xerxes I. In Greek sources he is also surnamed "Long-handed", allegedly because his right hand was longer than his left. Josephus and several ancient traditions identify him as King Ahasuerus, from the Book of Esther.

Quick facts

Place of death
Susa wd
Citizenship
Achaemenid Empire wd
Occupation
sovereign wd
Spouse
Damaspia wd

Positions held wd

  • Great King
  • King of Kings

Questions

What positions has Artaxerxes I held?
Positions held by Artaxerxes I include: Great King; King of Kings.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Artaxerxes I · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q189689 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Relief of Artaxerxes I, from his tomb in Naqsh-e Rustam.jpg by Diego Delso (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Last updated · facts checked 9 November 2026

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