The name "Pahla" as a neo-Iranian form remained relatively unknown to western peoples. Olshausen writes on this matter:

The spread of Parthian identity went hand in hand with a strong loyalty to the order established by Parthian rule:

The use of Pahla/Pahlaw as a testimony of belonging to a national entity or an administrative unit is proven by the fact that the name Pahla can be found in various forms in all settlement areas of the Parthians, such as Partav in Armenia, Parthougim, Pahlu in the Zaza area, Pahleh in Ilam, Barda

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