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Bookmark or Share- The Maccabean Revolt - World History EncyclopediaThe Maccabean Revolt of 167-160 BCE was a Jewish uprising in Judea against the repression of the Seleucid Empire. The revolt was led by a country priest called Mattathias, and his military followers became known as Maccabees.
- The Maccabean Revolt and the Origins of HanukkahThe Maccabean Revolt’s success hinged on several decisive battles that showcased the rebels’ tactical ingenuity and tenacity. One of the earliest and most significant clashes was the Battle of Emmaus. Here, Judah Maccabee displayed his strategic brilliance by launching a nighttime raid on the Seleucid camp. Exploiting the element of ...
- What happened in the Maccabean Revolt? | GotQuestions.orgThe Maccabean Revolt was a Jewish rebellion against their Greek/Syrian oppressors in Israel, c. 167—160 BC, as well as a rejection of Hellenistic compromises in worship. The history of the Maccabean Revolt is found in 1 and 2 Maccabees and in the writings of Josephus.
- Who Are the Maccabees? - Bible StudyJudah, because of his ferocity, zeal and heroism in battle, earns the nickname Maccabaeus (Maccabee) or "hammer." The term Maccabee (Maccabeus), which originated with Mattahias' son Judah, is frequently applied to his four brothers.
- Who Were the Maccabees and What Did They Do?From priests to kings, the Maccabees created an independent Jewish kingdom in the second century BCE. Their success was a testament to their zeal—and some significant external factors. The Book of 1 Maccabees tells the story of their rise, while archaeology places the story within a larger historical and political context.
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