Unlike other rulers,Cyrus of Persia (559-529 B.C.E.):

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Cyrus of Persia was known for allowing self-rule and religious freedom to conquered peoples, which was a departure from the typical practice of ancient rulers. He is also known for his tolerance towards different cultures and religions. He did not take the Hebrew people into captivity in his capital city, nor did he require conquered peoples to accept the Persian religion. He did not lose a great empire to the barbarian tribes of Central Asia, though his empire did eventually fall to the Macedonian king, Alexander the Great. Finally, while he did introduce metallic coinage in Asia Minor, this was not his most significant achievement as a ruler.

Unlike Other Rulers,Cyrus of Persia (559-529 B.C.E.)