When King Ardashir firmly established his rule over Iran, he turned his heart toward wisdom, justice, and the eternal flourish of his empire. He commanded that no youth remain untutored in the martial arts; every child was taught horsemanship, the drawing of the bow, and the wielding of the heavy mace. When they reached manhood, their names were inscribed in the royal rolls of the Chancery. Upon every battalion of a thousand warriors, a wise Mobad was appointed as an inspector to observe their valor and conduct. Those who fought bravely were rewarded with rich robes of honor and treasure from the royal vaults, while the faint-hearted were turned away from the ranks.
The King then turned his attention to the imperial bureaucracy and chancery. He instituted rigorous standards for the royal scribes; only those possessing eloquence, mastery of calligraphy, and razor-sharp intellect were permitted to hold the pen of state. Ardashir held the scribes as close as his own soul, entrusting them with the secrets of the realm while strictly commanding all provincial governors to practice righteousness, aid the destitute, and shun greed and oppression.
To remain informed of the condition of his subjects, trustworthy inspectors were dispatched throughout the empire to identify the oppressed, the wise elders, impoverished scholars, and corrupt officials. Whenever the King learned of a subject's misfortune, he poured forth gold from his royal treasury to restore their fortune. Fire temples and schools were raised in every quarter so that children might be educated, allowing the radiant light of divine justice and wisdom to illuminate every corner of Iran.