Darius inscription

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:inscriptions
gptkbp:art_style ancient Persian art
gptkbp:artifacts other inscriptions at Behistun.
gptkbp:artistic_influence influenced Persian art and architecture.
gptkbp:associated_sites near other archaeological sites.
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:Persian_Empire
gptkbp:challenges challenges in interpreting the text.
gptkbp:collection Persian inscriptions
gptkbp:conservation_efforts ongoing conservation efforts.
gptkbp:contains royal decrees
gptkbp:content describes Darius's lineage and conquests.
proclamation of Darius's rule
gptkbp:contributes_to understanding of ancient Persia
gptkbp:created_by gptkb:Darius_the_Great
gptkbp:cultural_exchange reflects cultural exchange in the ancient world.
gptkbp:cultural_heritage gptkb:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
part of Iran's cultural heritage.
gptkbp:cultural_impact influenced the study of ancient Persian history.
influenced modern understanding of Persian history
gptkbp:cultural_significance symbol of Persian identity.
gptkbp:cultural_symbol symbol of ancient Persian power.
gptkbp:date circa 520 BC
gptkbp:dimensions approximately 20 meters long.
large rock face
gptkbp:discovered_by gptkb:Henry_Rawlinson
gptkbp:discovery discovered in the 19th century
gptkbp:educational_use used in teaching ancient history.
gptkbp:example ancient propaganda
gptkbp:features_artist includes relief carvings.
gptkbp:has_lore linked to legends of Darius.
gptkbp:historical_context created during the height of the Achaemenid Empire.
after the Battle of Marathon
gptkbp:historical_debate subject of debates among historians.
gptkbp:historical_documentation yes
serves as documentation of the era.
gptkbp:historical_figures gptkb:Cyrus_the_Great
gptkbp:historical_interpretation various interpretations by historians.
translated by Henry Rawlinson.
gptkbp:historical_legacy remains a key historical document.
gptkbp:historical_significance provides insight into ancient Persian culture.
records the achievements of Darius the Great
considered crucial for understanding Achaemenid history.
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Darius inscription
gptkbp:impact_on_linguistics contributed to the study of cuneiform.
gptkbp:influence_on modern understanding of ancient languages.
gptkbp:influence_on_archaeology shaped archaeological methods.
gptkbp:influenced linguistic studies
gptkbp:influenced_artists Persian art
inspired works of literature.
gptkbp:inscription trilingual inscription
royal inscription
three languages: Old Persian, Elamite, Babylonian
gptkbp:interpretation_variations varied interpretations across cultures.
gptkbp:is_associated_with Darius's military campaigns
gptkbp:is_cited_in academic papers
gptkbp:is_considered one of the most important inscriptions of antiquity
gptkbp:is_famous_for its multilingual nature
gptkbp:is_linked_to Persian culture
gptkbp:is_located_in gptkb:Iran
gptkbp:is_notable_for its scale and visibility
gptkbp:is_noted_for its historical accuracy
gptkbp:is_part_of Persian historical records
gptkbp:is_recognized_by gptkb:historians
gptkbp:is_referenced_in gptkb:historical_texts
gptkbp:is_significant_for its role in deciphering cuneiform
gptkbp:is_studied_in gptkb:archaeologists
gptkbp:is_symbolic_of Persian imperial power
gptkbp:is_used_for a reference point for chronology
gptkbp:is_valued_for its artistic detail
gptkbp:language Old Persian
gptkbp:length over 1000 lines
gptkbp:location Behistun
gptkbp:modern_translations available in many languages.
gptkbp:narrative tells the story of Darius's rise to power.
gptkbp:notable_feature depicts Darius in a heroic pose
gptkbp:notable_features noteworthy for its scale and detail.
gptkbp:notable_figures gptkb:Darius_the_Great
gptkbp:notable_work notable research on its linguistic aspects.
gptkbp:part_of Behistun Reliefs
gptkbp:political_impact influenced political thought in Persia.
gptkbp:preservation_efforts well-preserved
protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
well-preserved due to its location.
gptkbp:preserved_by the Behistun site
gptkbp:provides_information_on Achaemenid administration
gptkbp:public_access accessible to tourists.
gptkbp:publications featured in many historical journals.
numerous publications exist on the topic.
gptkbp:related_event Darius's ascension to the throne
gptkbp:reprints yes
gptkbp:research_focus focus of epigraphic studies.
gptkbp:research_interest high
subject of extensive academic research.
gptkbp:script cuneiform
gptkbp:significance demonstrates the power of Darius
gptkbp:style epigraphic
royal proclamation
gptkbp:symbolism represents the power of the Achaemenid kings.
gptkbp:topics studies on ancient Persian governance.
gptkbp:tourist_attraction yes
gptkbp:translated_into The inscription has been translated into multiple languages.
gptkbp:translation_available yes
gptkbp:used_in historical research
gptkbp:written_in three scripts