Jewish History 539 BCE 632 AD

Messianic figure Simeon Bar Kochba led the Jews in a failed revolt against Roman rule.

Overview of the basic story of Jewish history from 539 BCE through 632 CE.

The marriage of politics and religion contributed to both the expansion and destruction of this short-lived dynasty.

Palestine goes Greek.

24 years, three empires, and one new faith in Palestine

The original diaspora community.

During the Hellenistic and Roman periods, Jews established communities in new regions, from Antioch to Alexandria.

Jewish factions rebel against Roman rule in Palestine.

Herod's rule accomplished a political and social revolution.

The historical importance and practical history of rebuilding ancient Judaism's sacred center.