Philopator II
Cilician king
About Philopator II
Lived 50 BC – AD 17 (aged 65–66).
Philopator II was a Cilician king who died in 17 AD. His death induced a commotion amongst his realm. This prompted the Roman emperor Tiberius to send his heir Germanicus to the Eastern provinces with the putative aim of quelling the disturbances that existed in the region.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Philopator II?
Cilician king
When was Philopator II born?
Philopator II was born in 50 BC.
When did Philopator II die?
Philopator II died in AD 17.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Philopator II. https://biography.guide/philopator-ii/
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