by hadassah | Apr 8, 2008 | The Hasmonean Dynasty
The Hasmonean Dynasty (142-37 BCE) By 152 B.C.E. Jonathan the Hasmonean had firmly established himself as ruler over Judea. From then until the Roman conquest of Judea in 63 B.C.E., the descendants of Judah the Maccabee ruled over the Land of Israel. Jonathan took...
by hadassah | Jan 14, 2008 | The Hasmonean Dynasty
Josephus, Antiquities XIII, 230-300: The Reign of John Hyrcanus John Hyrcanus (ruled 134-104 B.C.E.) established himself quickly as ruler and successfully negotiated his relationship with the Seleucids. He also maintained close ties with Rome which was...
