Lysimachus - Christian Turkiye

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Lysimachus (lived c. 360—281 BC, reigned 306—281 BC) was one of several generals who served under Alexander the Great. Upon Alexander’s death, Lysimachus and the other generals (collectively called the Diadochi, or successors) divided the conquered lands between them. Lysimachus took control of Thrace and most of the north and west of Asia Minor.

Alexandria Troas
Alexandria Troas, on the Northwestern coast of Türkiye, was a major commercial port during New Testament times. Saint Paul used it to travel to and from Greece during his missionary journeys, and also stayed there and preached the Gospel.
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