Judah Maccabee

Judah Maccabee was a Jewish leader and warrior who played a crucial role in the Maccabean Revolt against Seleucid rule in the 2nd century BCE. He is best known for leading a successful uprising to reclaim Jerusalem and rededicate the Second Temple, which had been defiled. This victory is commemorated during the holiday of Hanukkah. Judah’s legacy symbolizes resilience and the struggle for religious freedom, and he is celebrated as a hero in Jewish history for his leadership, military strategies, and commitment to preserving Jewish identity and traditions against oppressive forces.