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Ghassanid Kingdom

c. 220 CE – c. 638 CE · about 418 years approximate dates

The Ghassanids were an Arab Christian dynasty in Syria and Jordan who served as allies of the Byzantine Empire against the Sasanians and Lakhmids. Their rule ended with the Muslim conquest of Syria.

Key facts

Datesc. 220 CE – c. 638 CE
RegionArabia & the Caliphates
ContinentAsia
CapitalsJabiyah, Bosra
Religion(s)Miaphysite Christianity

Before & after

Followed by

Rashidun Caliphate

In the Islamic timeline

  • Zayd ibn Harithah (RA) — Byzantine-allied Arab forces, including the Ghassanids, fought the Muslims at Mu'tah (629).

Sources

Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.