King Silko of Nobatia
Nubian king of Nobatia (reigned: c.CE 450)
About King Silko of Nobatia
Lived 400 – 500.
Silko was ruler of the Nubian kingdom of Nobatia. He is known for uniting Nobatia and being the first Nubian king to adopt Christianity.
During Silko's reign Nobatia defeated the Blemmyes to the North, and an inscription by Silko at the Temple of Kalabsha claims to have driven the Blemmyes into the Eastern Desert. The inscription on the temple was made in Greek suggesting that he was influenced by Byzantine culture. He established Pakhoras (now Faras) as his capital. Nobatia officially converted to Coptic Orthodox Christianity under his reign. .
It is believed he was buried in Ballana.
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Who was King Silko of Nobatia?
Nubian king of Nobatia (reigned: c.CE 450)
When was King Silko of Nobatia born?
King Silko of Nobatia was born in 400.
When did King Silko of Nobatia die?
King Silko of Nobatia died in 500.
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