Who is the Roman Emperor described by Josephus in The Jewish War as the one who sacked Jerusalem?

Disable ads (and more) with a premium pass for a one time $4.99 payment

Prepare for the ASU HST102 Europe and the Mediterranean Exam. Use our multiple-choice and flashcard study aids with detailed hints and explanations for each question. Ace your exam with confidence!

Josephus, a Jewish historian, provides a detailed account of the Roman siege and subsequent sacking of Jerusalem in his work, The Jewish War. The Roman Emperor associated with the sacking of Jerusalem in 70 CE is Titus. As the commander of the Roman legions during the Jewish War, Titus led the successful siege that culminated in the destruction of the Second Temple and significant parts of the city. This event is pivotal in both Jewish and Roman history, marking the end of the Jewish state in Judea at that time.

Julius Caesar, while a significant figure in Roman history, was not involved in this event as he died long before the Jewish War. Constantine was the first Christian Roman Emperor, known for his establishment of Constantinople and his role in the Edict of Milan, which granted religious tolerance in the Roman Empire, and he came to power much later, after the events of the Jewish War. Nero, who was emperor just before Titus, is notable for his persecution of Christians and other actions but was not responsible for the sack of Jerusalem; it was under his rule that the Jewish uprising began, but he did not lead the forces that attacked the city. Thus, Titus is correctly identified as the emperor who executed the siege

Subscribe

Get the latest from Examzify

You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our privacy policy