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When Shapur sat on the throne of justice and placed the royal crown on his head, the priests and nobles of the country gathered before him, and he addressed them: "My wise counselors, I am the son of the illustrious King Ardeshir, hear my commands and do not swerve aside from loyalty to me. Live content with your good name and have nothing to do with malevolent troublemakers. Only those who are lacking in sense will covet others' wealth. My benevolence toward you exceeds that radiated by the stars. I shall keep Ardeshir's ordinances in effect with you, asking for no more than a thirtieth of landowners' incomes, and that only so that I can provide in some small way for my army. Goodness is my eternal treasure, bravery and chivalry are the foundations of my kingdom; I have no need of others' possessions, since this desire is what turns men into enemies. All of you are free to visit me at any time, and I shall treat all who wish me well with affection."
His nobles and subjects stood and acclaimed Shapur as king: they poured emeralds over his crown and called down blessings on his head.