Category:Evil-merodach (subject)
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Evil-merodach / Amel-Marduk was King of Babylon, from 562 to his assassination in 560 BCE.
- Babylonian Kings: ... -> Nebuchadnezzar -> Evil-merodach -> Neriglissar -> ...
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Evil-merodach was the son and successor of king Nebuchadnezzar. He was murdered by his brother-in-law, Neriglissar, who succeeded him.
Evil-merodach released the Davidic king Jehoiachin of Judah from prison, and let him join the other hostage kings at the court of Babylon.
Evil-merodach in ancient sources
- Evil-merodach (sources) -- survey of ancient sources
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