Sur le mal et sur Bisutun

The Bisotun inscription reveals a mythological narrative where Darius I portrays his ascent to the throne, framing it as a cosmic struggle between good and evil. The text highlights how Bardiya's murder by Cambyses II was denied, leading to Gaumata's false claim to Bardiya's identity. Darius resolves this deception by asserting his kinship with Cambyses and restoring Persia's alliance with Ahuramazda, thereby ending the era of lies. This inscription provides a unique lens into ancient Persian political and religious dynamics, blending historical events with mythological symbolism.

Herrenschmidt, C. (2015). Sur le mal et sur Bisutun. Démons Iraniens, 125–134. https://doi.org/10.4000/books.pulg.9544