Persia’s acceptance and tolerance for all religions and cultures allowed citizens to live peacefully with one another, resulting in a large and stable government. Primary example of cultural liberality is when Persian armies conquered other lands and assimilated them into their empire, Persians “pursued a policy of tolerance, or acceptance… Respecting the customs of the diverse groups in their empire” (Ellis and Elser 40). These displays of receptiveness allowed cultural diffusion to take place, ultimately strengthening their economy. Further displays of Persia’s adoption of religion include the ability to practice any religion freely with no fear of discrimination (The Persians & Greeks: Crash Course World History #5). This freedom of thought
