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Nero and the Jewish Revolt: Spark of the Great War
In 66 AD, a seemingly minor disturbance in Caesarea Maritima spiraled into a full-scale rebellion that would consume Judea for years. This episode traces the chain of events from the civic strife between Jews and Greeks in Caesarea, through the disastrous governorship of Gessius Florus, to the decision by Eleazar ben Hanania to halt sacrifices for the emperor—effectively declaring war on Rome. We explore the siege of Jerusalem, the massacre of the Roman garrison at Masada, and the recruitment of Vespasian to lead a massive punitive expedition. The conversation highlights key figures like…
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