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Smerdis

Smerdis, a Magian

his impersonation of Cyrus' son Smerdis and usurpation: Hdt. 3.61
popularity of his government of Persia: Hdt. 3.67
discovery of the truth: Hdt. 3.69
his death at the hands of the seven conspirators: Hdt. 3.78, Hdt. 3.79

Smerdis (2), son of Cyrus

Cambyses' dream about him: Hdt. 3.30
• his murder: 3.30
his daughter married to Darius (All other mentions in Book 3 refer to Smerdis' murder and his impersonation by his namesake.): Hdt. 3.88