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Ma'rsyas

Μαρσύαρ), general of the Alexandrians in their revolt against Ptolemy Physcon. He was taken prisoner by Hegelochus, the comander of the king's forces, and carried before Ptolemy, who, however, spared his life. (Diod. Exc. Vales. p. 603.)

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