Who did Zabinas maintain friendly relations with?
Ptolemy VIII
Seleucus IV
John I Hyrcanus of Judea
Cleopatra III
Answer
John I Hyrcanus, the ruler of Judea, was on friendly terms with Zabinas. Zabinas sought alliances to bolster his power and ensure the safety of his kingdom. By maintaining a peaceful relationship with Hyrcanus, Zabinas secured Judea's neutrality or potential support in his struggles against his rivals, strengthening his position as the Seleucid king.
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