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    King Ezana of Aksum: A Biography

    By Categories: Ancient Africa, History, History Series-Ancient-Kings and QueensPublished On: December 7, 2025

    King Ezana ruled Aksum in the early to mid fourth century CE, usually dated about 330–356 CE. He is best known for adopting Christianity for the kingdom, for the Ezana Stone that records his campaigns, and for helping Aksum grow into a stronger regional power. Beginnings and early life

    Ezana became king while still young. His mother, Sofya, acted as regent and stayed influential at court. Frumentius, a Christian cleric who worked in the Red […]

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