Abgar VIII Assyrian King of Osroene Date of Birth: .

1. The Reign of Abgar VIII the Great
2. The Accession of Abgar IX Severus

The Reign of Abgar VIII the Great

Abgar VIII, also known as Abgar IX, ruled as the Assyrian King of Osroene. He became known as Abgar VIII the Great due to his significant contributions to the region.

The Accession of Abgar IX Severus

Upon the demise of Abgar VIII in 212 AD, his son Abgar IX ascended to the throne. Following the prevailing Roman influence, he adopted the cognomen Severus.