King Iarbas of Numidia
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King Iarbas of Numidia was a ruler of the ancient kingdom of Numidia, located in present-day Algeria. He is known for his interactions with Dido, the legendary founder and queen of Carthage.
Related terms
Sychaeus: Sychaeus was Dido's first husband who was murdered by her brother Pygmalion. This event led to Dido fleeing from Tyre and eventually founding Carthage.
Pygmalion: Pygmalion was Dido's brother who killed her first husband, Sychaeus, out of greed and ambition. His actions played a significant role in shaping Dido's destiny.
Carthage: Carthage was an ancient city-state founded by Queen Dido after she fled from Tyre. It became a powerful trading empire in the Mediterranean region.
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AP Latin - 5.3 Vergil, Aeneid, Book 4 Lines 296-361
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