Category:Tigranes VI (subject)
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Tigranes VI of Armenia was a member of the families of the Herodians and the Hasmoneans, the son of Julius Alexander.
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Overview
Gaius Julius Tigranes (Tigranes VI) was the son of Julius Alexander. His paternal grandparents were Alexandros and Princess Glaphyra of Cappadocia. From his father's side, he was then the descendant of Herod the Great and Mariamne, the scion of both the powerful families of the Herodians and the Hasmoneans. He was also related to the Cappadocian and Armenian royal families. His paternal uncle Tigranes V was king of Armenia, 6-12 CE.
In 58-62 CE, Tigranes VI also ruled as king of Armenia, being appointed by Emperor Nero.
Tigranes VI in ancient sources
- Tigranes VI (sources) -- survey of ancient sources
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