Flavius Josephus
Flavius Josephus · Historical & Religious Figures
First-century Romano-Jewish historian whose works are key sources for the era
37, Jerusalem, Judaea (Roman Empire) — c. 100, Rome, Roman Empire
Judaea · Rome
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Flavius Josephus was a first-century Romano-Jewish historian, born into a priestly Jewish family in Jerusalem. He commanded Jewish forces in Galilee during the First Jewish–Roman War before surrendering and later writing under Roman patronage. His works 'The Jewish War' and 'Antiquities of the Jews' are among the most important surviving sources for Second Temple Judaism and early Roman-era Jewish history.
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First-century Romano-Jewish historian whose works are key sources for the era
Source: Historical record
