Josephus and the Legacy of Masada

This chapter explores the life of Josephus, a key figure in the Great Revolt against Rome, whose narrative shaped Jewish historical consciousness. It examines the symbolic significance of Masada as a bastion of Jewish resistance and how Josephus' writings serve both to defend his choices and inform future generations. Additionally, the chapter discusses the Bar Kokhba revolt and its implications for Jewish identity and diaspora in relation to the land of Israel.