Who was Ptolemy III's father?
Ptolemy I
Ptolemy II Philadelphus
Ptolemy IV
Seleucus I
Answer
Ptolemy II Philadelphus was the father of Ptolemy III Euergetes. He was the second ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt, which was founded by his father, Ptolemy I Soter. Ptolemy II was a successful ruler who expanded the Ptolemaic Kingdom and promoted Greek culture in Egypt. He was also a patron of the arts and sciences, and his court was a center of learning and culture.
The Descendants of Egyptian Royalty: Exploring Ptolemy III Euergetes
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