1 Maccabees 12:39

Now Tryphon went about to get the kingdom of Asia, and to kill Antiochus the king, that he might set the crown upon his own head.

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Overview of 1 Maccabees 12:39

Summary

Tryphon plots to seize kingship through murder

Place

Asia

Event

Tryphon plans royal takeover

Estimated Time Period

c. 150 BC