Category: Hasmonean Dynasty

Hasmonean Dynasty

The Hasmonean dynasty (c. 140 BCE to 37 BCE) emerged during the Hellenistic period of Judea’s Second Temple era. It evolved from semi-autonomous rule under the Seleucid Empire into an...

Alexander Jannaeus

Alexander Jannaeus was the second king of the Hasmonean dynasty, ruling Judaea from 103 to 76 BCE. His reign marked a transformative yet conflict-ridden era in Jewish history. A son...