Jewish Revolts And Judaism In The Roman Empire
Book Description
This comprehensive historical study illuminates a pivotal yet often overlooked chapter in Jewish spiritual resilience and identity formation. William Horbury examines two major Jewish uprisings against Roman rule that erupted after Jerusalem's destruction, exploring how these movements shaped Jewish consciousness across multiple regions of the ancient world.
Drawing from newly discovered letters, documents from actual fighters and refugees, and archaeological inscriptions, Horbury presents fresh insights into the revolts during Trajan's Parthian campaign and the Bar Kokhba rebellion under Hadrian. His research spans beyond Judaea to reveal the profound impact these resistance movements had on Jewish communities in Cyrene, Egypt, Cyprus, and Mesopotamia.
Rather than viewing these events merely as tragic endpoints, Horbury demonstrates how this period represented both conclusion and continuation in Jewish spiritual development. He traces the threads of Jewish life that persisted through upheaval, showing how communities maintained their religious identity while adapting to new realities.
The work offers valuable perspectives on how faith communities navigate persecution and transformation. By examining both Jewish and non-Jewish historical accounts, Horbury provides a balanced understanding of how spiritual traditions evolve under pressure while preserving their essential character.
For readers interested in the intersection of spirituality, resistance, and cultural survival, this scholarly exploration reveals how ancient Jewish communities found ways to sustain their religious heritage through periods of profound challenge and change.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~14 hours)
📄 Length: 501 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore RELIGION / Judaism / General
- ✓ Explore Jews
- ✓ Explore Jüdischer Krieg
- ✓ Explore Judentum
- ✓ Explore Provinz
- ✓ Explore History
- ✓ Explore Jews, history, 168 b.c-135 a.d.
- ✓ Explore Judaism
