970s BC

Last updated February 09, 2025

The 970s BC is a decade which lasted from 979 BC to 970 BC.

Events and trends

Possible date of the birth of King David. Coronation of King Solomon (according to Bible).

Significant People

King Zhao of Zhou (reign 977/75-957) fourth king of the Chinese Zhou dynasty ascended the throne.^[1]
Shoshenq I, pharaoh of Egypt. is born (approximate date); "Shishak" of 1 Kings 14:25.

References

↑ Loewe, Michael; Shaughnessy, Edward L. (1999). The Cambridge history of ancient China : from the origins of civilization to 221 B.C. Library Genesis. Cambridge, UK; New York : Cambridge University Press. ISBN 978-0-521-47030-8.

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[1] Loewe, Michael; Shaughnessy, Edward L. (1999). The Cambridge history of ancient China : from the origins of civilization to 221 B.C. Library Genesis. Cambridge, UK; New York : Cambridge University Press. ISBN 978-0-521-47030-8.

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