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Jews in the Roman Empire
Published 11 months ago
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The Roman Empire in its different forms lasted for 1,000 years and had a big impact on Jews in our long history. At times the Romans were tolerant and even supportive of Jews at other times they were ruthless including in destroying the second Temple and ending Jewish independence in the land of Israel.
Jewish tradition traces Romans back to Jacob's brother Esau who attempted to kill him.
A fascinating relationship between Rome and the Jews.