(Μαρσύαρ), general of the Alexandrians in their revolt against Ptolemy Physcon. He was taken prisoner by Hegelochus, the comander of the king's forces, and carried before Ptolemy, who, however, spared his life. (Diod. Exc. Vales. p. 603.)
[E.H.B]A Dictionary of Greek and Roman biography and mythology
Smith, William
A Dictionary of Greek and Roman biography and mythology. William Smith, LLD, ed. 1890