Cyrus Cylinder

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The Cyrus Cylinder is a ancient artifact that has been widely recognized as one of the most important archaeological discoveries in history. It was created by the Persian King Cyrus the Great around 539 BCE and measures about 22 inches in length. The cylinder is inscribed with a message from Cyrus to his people, outlining his vision for a tolerant and inclusive society. In it, he proclaims that all people have the right to worship their own gods and live according to their own customs.