NEH168 - In Retrospect I Guess We Shouldn’t Have Asked a Hyper-Aggressive Conquering Nation to Come Take Over Our Vulnerable Country

Delve into the historical landscape after Nehemiah, Ezra, and Esther, discovering the rise of Rome's influence on the Jewish experience. Explore the Hasmonean dynasty's pivotal alliance with Rome, which resulted in centuries of lost political autonomy for the Jewish people. Uncover the dynamic tensions within Jerusalem as various Jewish sects emerged in response to Roman rule, highlighting the Pharisees' significant role. The narratives reveal the cyclical nature of history and its profound effects on identity and faith.