960s BC

Centuries: 11th century BC - 10th century BC - 9th century BC

Decades: 1010s BC 1000s BC 990s BC 980s BC 970s BC - 960s BC - 950s BC 940s BC 930s BC 920s BC 910s BC

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Events and Trends

• 965 BC - Following the death of his father, king David, Solomon becomes king of Israel (traditional date)

Significant People