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THE FORTS OF JUDAEA 168 Be-AD 73 FROM THE MACCABEES TO THE FALL OF MASADA
Posted on 2010-04-10
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More The period from 168 BC until AD 73 (known as the Second Temple period) was an important one in the history of the Jewish people, and is often considered a golden age where the Jews achieved complete political independence. The fortifications erected by the Hasmonaean and the Herodian rulers that held sway during this period fulfilled a variety of important tasks. First and foremost was the defence of the areas in which they were located. In times of peace, some controlled the main highways of the kingdom, such as the fortresses of Hyrcania, Alexandrium and Masada, their small garrisons keeping the constant threat of brigands and outlaws away. The royal palaces of the Hasmonaeans and Herod, which lay at the very centre of power, were protected by chains of fortresses around them. Good examples are provided by the Antonia fortress and the Citadel towers in Jerusalem, which protected Herod's palace and the Temple; and the fortress of Cyprus, which protected Herod's palaces at Jericho. Other fortresses, such as Herodium, acted as regional capitals. In addition, some fortresses served as prisons for political prisoners, the most famous being Herod's sons Alexander and Aristobulus who were jailed in Sebaste, and John the Baptist, who was a prisoner of Antipas in the fortress of Machaerous. Last but not least, these fortresses were From myself I'll add This book will beinteresting not only for English-speaking people, but also who interested in history, arhiology and ancient architecture. In the book set of the most interesting illustrations of ancient coins, cities and other arhiology antiquities the Forts's of Judaea. (Excuse for my English if that incorrectly) / Книга чрезвычайно интересна и полна иллюстраций архиологических находок: древних монет, целых городов и крепостей древних фортов Иудеи. Если вы хоть немного знаете английский, книга доставит вам незабываемое удовольствие. Rapidshare: Related Articles
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