Nowzar (Persian: نُوذَر) is a character in Shahnameh. He is the son of Manuchehr and becomes the Shah of Iran after his father's death. His reign of seven years comes to an end when he is killed by Afrasiab during a battle.
He is also mentioned in Avesta as a great warrior and hero. Many future warriors traced back their origin to him and were labeled Nowzarian.
| Preceded by Manuchehr |
Legendary Kings of the Shāhnāma 2420-2427 (after Keyumars) |
Succeeded by Zaav |
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