Manuchehr
Eighth Shah of the Pishdadian dynasty, avenger of Iraj.
Manūchehr (older Persian Manōčihr, Avestan Manuščiθra) was the eighth Shah of the Pishdadian dynasty of Persia, according to the Shahnameh. He was the grandson of Iraj, son of Fereydūn, and avenged Iraj's murder by his uncles Salm and Tur. His war of vengeance against Tur began a centuries-long conflict between Iranians and Turanians. He reigned for 120 years and was succeeded by his son Nowzar.
Quick Facts
- Dynasty
- Pishdadian
- Reign length
- 120 years
- Predecessor
- Fereydūn (great-grandfather)
- Successor
- Nowzar (son)
- Grandfather
- Iraj
- Great-grandfather
- Fereydūn
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