Information about Emperor Yostos of Ethiopia

Emperor Yostos of Ethiopia ((unknown) - 19 February 1716)

Yostos or Justus (Ge'ez ዮስቶስ, throne name Tsehay Sagad Ge'ez ፀሓይ ሰገድ, "to whom the sun bows") was Emperor (14 October 1711 – 19 February 1716) of Ethiopia.

According to James Bruce, he was the son of Delba Iyasu and a daughter of Emperor Iyasu I. He had served as governor of Samien under Emperor Tekle Haymanot, but fell out of favor under Emperor Tewoflos.

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ዮስቶስ (Emperor Yostos) Flag of Ethiopia Ethiopia 14 October 1711 19 February 1716
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