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Antiochus V: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Antiochus V? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Antiochus V Eupator (Ancient Greek: Αντίοχος Ε' Ευπάτωρ), whose epithet means "of a good father" (c. 172 BC – 162 BC) was a ruler of the Seleucid Empire who reigned from late 164 to 162 BC (based on dates from 1 Maccabees 6:16 and 7:1). He was appointed as king by the Romans with his protector Lysias as regent.

Quick facts about Antiochus V

  • Full name: Antiochus V
  • Born: -0172-01-0
  • Nationality: Seleucid Empire
  • Known as: Royal
  • Wikidata ID: Q298628

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Who is Antiochus V?

Antiochus V Eupator (Ancient Greek: Αντίοχος Ε' Ευπάτωρ), whose epithet means "of a good father" (c. 172 BC – 162 BC) was a ruler of the Seleucid Empire who reigned from late 164 to 162 BC (based on dates from 1 Maccabees 6:16 and 7:1). He was appointed as king by the Romans with his protector Lysias as regent..

What nationality is Antiochus V?

Antiochus V is Seleucid Empire.

When was Antiochus V born?

Antiochus V was born on -0172-01-0.

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