The Travels of Marco Polo · Character
Koresh
Also known as King Koresh
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 50
King Koresh is presented as a ruler who responds to a sign in the heavens with solemn purpose. The account gives no physical portrait, but his brief appearance carries the measured gravity of a king acting on faith.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 50
- Books
- 1
Koresh is remembered as the king who sent three messengers to the Messiah bearing incense, myrrh, and gold. They were guided by a star said to have appeared at the moment of Christ's birth. The text offers no further account of Koresh's life or character.
Description
No physical details are provided for Koresh. The text identifies him as an adult king but does not describe his build, coloring, hair, eyes, facial features, clothing, or royal insignia.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
- TK
Three Kingsmessenger
In Mas’udi’s account, Koresh sends the three messengers to the Messiah bearing incense, myrrh, and gold.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1
Appearances
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