Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—S

Seleucidae

The dynasty of Seleucus. Seleucus succeeded to a part of Alexander's vast empire. The monarchy consisted of Syria, a part of Asia Minor, and all the eastern provinces.

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
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