Ptolemy IV Philopator

Ptolemy IV Philopator was an ancient Egyptian king who ruled from 221 to 204 BCE as part of the Ptolemaic Dynasty, established after Alexander the Great’s conquests. He is known for his lavish lifestyle and attempts to strengthen his reign, but his rule faced internal conflicts and external threats, notably from the Seleucid Empire. His most significant military achievement was the victory at the Battle of Raphia in 217 BCE. Despite his military successes, his era is often marked by increasing corruption and decline in centralized power, leading to the eventual weakening of the Ptolemaic Kingdom.