The Roman Conquest of Judea in 10 Minutes

Everything Jewish - 10 Minutes at a Time · Jul 8, 2026 · 8m

Explore the shattering collision of two worlds in our episode on the Roman Conquest of Judea, a century-long struggle that culminated in the catastrophic events of 70 CE. In this installment, we trace the transition of Judea from a semi-autonomous client kingdom to a direct province of the Roman Empire, a process that ignited one of the most fierce and desperate rebellions in the history of the ancient world. We'll dive into the origins of the Great Revolt in 66 CE, examining the social tensions, religious fervor, and Roman heavy-handedness that pushed the province to a breaking point.

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