[1][2] The day after Murche-Khort on November 16, 1729 Nader marched his army into Isfahan where the looting and mob violence that had gripped the city in the chaotic aftermath of Ashraf's departure ceased immediately.

Order was restored with many of the Afghans hiding throughout the city being dragged through the streets and massacred without mercy in reprisals.

On December 9, 1729 Nader awaited outside the city gates for the Shah's arrival.

After a few more minutes of polite conversation the Shah remounted his steed and led the way back into the city with Nader following close behind".

Tahmasp however was reduced to tears when he witnessed the destitution and abject condition of the once glorious capital of a mighty empire.