Instances on record of his clemency to offenders, and others which show that, when his own interests were at stake, he steadily refused to make use of his unlimited power for the oppression of individuals.

It is unlikely that Anushirwan was distinguished as "the Just" without a reason; and we may safely conclude from his acknowledged title that his subjects found his rule more fair and equitable than that of any previous monarch.
That the administration of Chosroes was wise, and that Persia prospered under his government, is generally admitted.

His vigilance, his activity, his care for the poor, his efforts to prevent or check oppression, are notorious, and cannot be gainsaid.

Nor can it be doubted that he was brave, hardy, temperate, prudent, and liberal.

Whether he possessed the softer virtues, compassion, kindliness, a tender and loving heart, is perhaps open to question.