990s BC

The 990s BC is a decade which lasted from 999 BC to 990 BC.

Events and trends

 * 998 BC—King David establishes Jerusalem as the capital of the Kingdom of Israel.
 * 994 BC—Archippus, Archon of Athens dies after a reign of 19 years and is succeeded by his son Thersippus.
 * 993 BC—Amenemope succeeds Psusennes I as king of Egypt.

Significant People

 * Tiglath-Pileser II, king of Assyria, is born (approximate date).
 * Solomon, king of Israel, is born (approximate date).