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But eventually Alexander fell sick and was confined to bed. He knew that he was dying.
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He therefore called for his most esteemed officers, those who had been raised with him; and he divided his kingdom among them while he was still alive.
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Then Alexander died, having ruled for twelve years.
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Subsequently, his officers began to rule, each in his own territory.
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They ruled as kings, and after them their descendants ruled for many years. Together they caused much suffering across the earth.