Roman Palestine

Roman Palestine refers to the region of ancient Judea under Roman rule from 63 BCE to the early 4th century CE. It was a diverse area with Jewish communities, Hellenistic influences, and neighboring cultures. The Romans maintained control through local client kings like Herod the Great, then directly as a province, often resulting in tensions and revolts. This period saw significant events, including the life of Jesus of Nazareth, the Jewish-Roman wars, and the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE. Roman Palestine was a crossroads of cultural, religious, and political interactions that shaped the region's history and influences.