Jewish War

The Jewish War, often referred to as the First Jewish-Roman War (66-73 CE), was a major conflict between the Roman Empire and Jewish rebels in Judea. Triggered by religious tensions, heavy taxation, and Roman interference in Jewish practices, it led to widespread uprisings. The war culminated in the destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem in 70 CE, a pivotal event in Jewish history. The conflict significantly reshaped Jewish identity and diaspora, leading to a decline in Jewish political autonomy and the rise of rabbinic Judaism as a central force in Jewish life.