Hyrcanus and Aristobulus, the two sons of the Jewish King Yannai (Johanan Hyrcanus, 1st century BCE), got the Romans involved in Judea when they asked them to settle a dispute. At first the Romans were cordial; and they actually became party to a military treaty with Judea (Talmud, Avodah Zara 8b). The Romans didn't interfere much in Jewish internal matters, because the main thing that they wanted was taxes and a quiet populace.
A couple of decades later, however, they unilaterally abrogated the treaty, and placed Roman governors over the land who afflicted the Jews with crushing taxation (Talmud, Yoma 9a).
In the first two centuries CE, things got worse, with the Romans destroying Jerusalem and the Second Temple after the Jewish Zealots attempted to revolt. The Romans sold hundreds of thousands of Jews into slavery (Josephus). From time to time they forbade the observance of the Torah-commands, and they killed several of the leading Sages, despite the fact that the Torah-leaders had advised against revolt (Talmud, Gittin 56a).
Later, Simeon Bar Kochba led a second revolt, in an ill-advised attempt to recreate the independent Judea. The Romans responded by destroying Betar.
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The Zealots (see the Talmud, Gittin 56a).
Yes, they had a society under Roman rule at that time.
Nothing in the Greco-Egyptian society changed during Cleopatra's rule. However when the Romans took over, Roman law and customs were introduced to Egypt.Nothing in the Greco-Egyptian society changed during Cleopatra's rule. However when the Romans took over, Roman law and customs were introduced to Egypt.Nothing in the Greco-Egyptian society changed during Cleopatra's rule. However when the Romans took over, Roman law and customs were introduced to Egypt.Nothing in the Greco-Egyptian society changed during Cleopatra's rule. However when the Romans took over, Roman law and customs were introduced to Egypt.Nothing in the Greco-Egyptian society changed during Cleopatra's rule. However when the Romans took over, Roman law and customs were introduced to Egypt.Nothing in the Greco-Egyptian society changed during Cleopatra's rule. However when the Romans took over, Roman law and customs were introduced to Egypt.Nothing in the Greco-Egyptian society changed during Cleopatra's rule. However when the Romans took over, Roman law and customs were introduced to Egypt.Nothing in the Greco-Egyptian society changed during Cleopatra's rule. However when the Romans took over, Roman law and customs were introduced to Egypt.Nothing in the Greco-Egyptian society changed during Cleopatra's rule. However when the Romans took over, Roman law and customs were introduced to Egypt.
Rule by the rich is called oligarchy. The term is applied to any society which is ruled by the rich, not just the Roman republic. It is a term which comes from Greek.
The Zealots (see the Talmud, Gittin 56a).
The Essenes were a Jewish sect during the Second Temple period, known for their ascetic lifestyle and apocalyptic beliefs. They largely withdrew from mainstream Jewish society, which they viewed as corrupt, and established communities such as Qumran near the Dead Sea. Their relationship with Roman rule was largely one of opposition; they were critical of the political and religious leadership that collaborated with Rome. While the Essenes sought to live a pious life apart from the influence of Rome, their existence and beliefs were indirectly shaped by the broader context of Roman occupation in Judea.
The Jewish Revolt in Damascus, which occurred in 66 CE, was part of a broader series of Jewish uprisings against Roman rule in the region. It was fueled by rising tensions due to oppressive Roman policies, economic hardships, and religious disputes. The revolt initially saw some success, with Jewish forces briefly gaining control of parts of the city, but was ultimately suppressed by Roman military intervention, leading to severe repercussions for the Jewish community in Damascus. This event is one of several key incidents in the larger context of the First Jewish-Roman War.
Opposition to Roman rule came from various groups and individuals throughout its history. Notable opponents included Jewish zealots, such as the Sicarii and leaders like Judas Maccabeus, who resisted Roman authority during the Jewish-Roman wars. Additionally, various Celtic tribes and leaders, like Vercingetorix, opposed Roman expansion in Gaul. Other resistance figures included Boudica in Britain and Spartacus, who led a significant slave revolt against Rome.
Under Roman rule, the Jewish population was primarily divided into three groups: the Pharisees, the Sadducees, and the Essenes. The Pharisees emphasized oral tradition and the interpretation of the Torah, promoting a more flexible approach to Jewish law. The Sadducees, composed mainly of the priestly and wealthy class, held a more literal interpretation of the Torah and rejected the oral traditions. The Essenes, a smaller, ascetic group, withdrew from mainstream society and practiced communal living, often associated with the Dead Sea Scrolls.
ANSWERThe Zealots (in Hebrew kanai'im) fought against Roman rule. Their history is told by Josephus Flavius, a Jew who originally fought against the Romans, and then turned traitor. His writings helped archaeologists in their excavation of Masada --where the Zealots held out against the Romans for three years.
1. The Sadducee's- favored cooperation with Rome. 2. The Pharisees- believed that close observance of religion law would protect the Jewish identity from Roman influences. 3. The Essenes- Lived apart from society, sharing goods in common. Like many other Jews, they waited for God to save Israel from oppression. 4. The Zealots- Called for the violent overthrow of Roman rule. They caused a Jewish revolt, which began in A.D. 66, only to be crushed by the Romans four years later. That is when the Jewish temple in Jerusalem was destroyed. * COPIED FROM GLENCOE WORLD HISTORY BOOK*
The call for the violent overthrow of Roman rule is most notably associated with figures like Simon Bar Kokhba, who led the Bar Kokhba revolt against Roman authority in Judea around 132-135 CE. Additionally, various Jewish zealots and revolutionary leaders, such as Judas the Galilean, advocated for rebellion against Roman occupation in earlier periods. These leaders sought to establish Jewish independence and resist Roman oppression through violent means.