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| Kiurike II | |
|---|---|
| Reign | Kingdom of Lori: 1048–1089 |
| Predecessor | David I Anhoghin |
| Successor | David II |
Kiurike II (alternatively spelled Gorige, Korike or Gurgen) was the third king of the Kingdom of Lori. He was succeeded by his son David II. [ citation needed ]
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