Josephus

Joseph son of Tovia, descended from Tovia the Ammonite, aspired to the high priesthood. Through his connections, he ousted the High Priest Honio. As High Priest, he dabbled in tax collection, marking the start of the decline of the sacred role.

Herod, the outsider, tormented and suppressed the Jewish people in a manner unprecedented, disregarding the role of a king meant to protect rather than oppress.

In an era when merchants feared the seas, a surprising tale of Jewish piracy emerged from the history of Jerusalem. Discover how they built a fleet and dominated the Mediterranean routes.