Ptolemy V Epiphanes (reigned 204–181 BC), son of Ptolemy IV Philopator and Arsinoe III of Egypt, was the fifth ruler of the Ptolemaic dynasty. He became ruler at the age of five, and under a series of regents the kingdom was paralyzed. The Rosetta Stone was produced during his reign as an adult.

The Memphis Decree, published in 3 languages on the Rosetta Stone and other stelae, announced the rule and ascension to godhood of Ptolemy V, and contained concessions to the priesthood, and has been termed a reward for the priests' support.... More • http://en.wikipedia. ... _Epiphanes View • Books • Images • Videos • Search Related • Royalty • 2nd Century BC • 3rd Century BC • Egypt • Egyptians • Greek • Hellenistic Age • Middle East • Pharaohs • Ptolemy • Rulers • 1st Millennium BC • People