Gonatas
Gonatas is best known as the epithet of Antigonus II Gonatas, a Hellenistic king of Macedon who ruled in the late 3rd century BCE. The name Gonatas appears in classical sources as part of his regnal title, distinguishing him from other rulers named Antigonus.
Antigonus II Gonatas held the throne of Macedon from approximately 277 BCE to 239 BCE. He came
During his rule, Gonatas faced opposition from various Greek leagues and city-states, including the Aetolian League,
The king died around 239 BCE and was succeeded by his son Demetrius II Aetolicus. His tenure
In modern references, Gonatas is most often encountered as part of Antigonus II Gonatas’ name; the name