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Josephus

37–c. 100 · 1st century · Also known as Flavius Josephus, Titus Flavius Josephus

Flavius Josephus was a Jewish historian and a former commander in the revolt against Rome. Captured in Galilee in 67 CE, he won the favour of Vespasian and wrote in Rome The Jewish War and Jewish Antiquities, histories of the Jews from the creation to the revolt of 66–73. His works are the main source for Herodian Judea and its rulers.

Josephus
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Africa ProconsularisSocioeconomyAlansFoundation, MilitaryChristianityOrigins

Mentioned in 4 state histories

Kingdom of AdiabeneTetrarchy of PhilipTetrarchy of Galilee and PeraeaProvisional Government of Judea

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The Epoch Institute. (2026). Josephus. In The Epoch Institute Encyclopedia. https://the-epoch-institute.org/encyclopedia/josephus
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