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Tomb of King Herod

The Ancients

CHAPTER

The Complex Reign of King Herod

This chapter examines the tumultuous reign of King Herod, appointed by the Romans as client king of Judea amidst a backdrop of political tension and mixed heritage. It highlights the challenges he faced, including internal dissent and external threats from figures like Cleopatra, while also discussing the limitations of historical sources like Flavius Josephus. Additionally, the chapter addresses the controversial biblical account of the Massacre of the Innocents, exploring the tensions between historical evidence and religious narratives.

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