Who replaced Magasthenes as the ambassador of Antiochos I in the court...
Deimachos succeeded Megasthenes as ambassador to the court of Bindusara sent by the Syrian king Antiochus I.
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Who replaced Magasthenes as the ambassador of Antiochos I in the court...
The replacement of Magasthenes as an ambassador in the court of Bindusara:
Background:
Magasthenes was the Greek ambassador of Seleucus I Nicator, the founder of the Seleucid Empire, who sent him to the court of Bindusara, the Mauryan Emperor, in 305 BCE. He stayed there for almost a decade and authored a book called Indica, which gave detailed information about the Mauryan Empire.
Replacement:
After the death of Seleucus I Nicator, Antiochos I Soter became the new ruler of the Seleucid Empire. He replaced Magasthenes with Deimachos as his ambassador to the court of Bindusara.
Deimachos:
Deimachos was a Greek ambassador who was sent to the court of Bindusara by Antiochos I Soter. He was known for his diplomatic skills and played a significant role in maintaining friendly relations between the Mauryan Empire and the Seleucid Empire.
Conclusion:
Deimachos replaced Magasthenes as the ambassador of Antiochos I in the court of Bindusara. He played a crucial role in strengthening the diplomatic ties between the two empires.