
In Our Time Judas Maccabeus
Nov 24, 2011
Delving into the rebellious spirit of Judas Maccabeus and his fight against the Seleucid Empire for religious freedom. Highlighting the struggles for political independence and the restoration of the Temple of Jerusalem. Exploring the enduring legacy of the Maccabees on Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and European history.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Struggles for Control: Seleucus vs. Ptolemies in Judea
02:01 • 4min
Antiochus IV: Rule and Turmoil in Jerusalem
05:38 • 6min
The Spark of Defiance
11:58 • 9min
Judas Maccabeus: Strategic Moves and Political Turmoil
21:02 • 18min
Analysis of Historical Sources on the Topic
38:34 • 2min
Exploring the Cultural Legacy of the Maccabees Revolt
40:38 • 2min
