Upon the magnificent ivory throne of Baghdad, Ardashir Babakan assumed the sovereignty of the world, placing the brilliant imperial crown upon his brow. Girded with royal authority and grasping the heavy mace of ancient kings, he adorned the imperial court with unparalleled majesty. So regal was his presence that none could distinguish his grandeur from that of King Goshtasp of old, and the realm hailed him as Shahanshah.
Ascending the turquoise throne, the King of Kings proclaimed his sacred decree: that in this mortal world, true treasure lies not in silver or gold, but in absolute justice, and it is through the sovereign’s labor and divine fortune that the world flourishes. He declared that evil befalls humankind only through their own dark deeds, and so long as the Pure Creator is well-pleased, the earth shall freely yield its abundance. Declaring the entire realm to be under his shield, he took the path of righteousness as his unyielding guide.
Ardashir solemnly commanded that no subject—whether a humble servant or a noble knight—should ever sleep with a heart heavy with unfulfilled desires or oppressed by royal officials and war-commanders. He flung open the doors of his grand audience hall to all people, welcoming both well-wisher and foe to seek audience and justice. The assembly erupted in praises, praying that the world remain forever prosperous under his righteous rule. Thereupon, the Shahanshah dispatched powerful armies to every frontier, commanding his captains to bring low the heads of rebels and foes who dared challenge the peace of his newly unified empire.