Let's Travel

Masada

June 06, 2024 Season 1 Episode 3
Masada
Let's Travel
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Let's Travel
Masada
Jun 06, 2024 Season 1 Episode 3

Take a deep dive into the history of Masada with Yadin Roman, the founder and publisher of Eretz Magazine. Hear how Masada, built by King Herod as a fortress/military outpost – overlooking the Dead Sea and Judaean Desert – has historical significance that includes an account by Flavius Josephus of the Roman siege and attack at Masada to overcome a Jewish rebellion. Learn what may or may not have happened there nearly 2000 years ago. Did over 900 Sicarii, Jewish rebels fighting against Rome, commit suicide at Masada? Find out. Listen to Let’s Travel – Masada.

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Take a deep dive into the history of Masada with Yadin Roman, the founder and publisher of Eretz Magazine. Hear how Masada, built by King Herod as a fortress/military outpost – overlooking the Dead Sea and Judaean Desert – has historical significance that includes an account by Flavius Josephus of the Roman siege and attack at Masada to overcome a Jewish rebellion. Learn what may or may not have happened there nearly 2000 years ago. Did over 900 Sicarii, Jewish rebels fighting against Rome, commit suicide at Masada? Find out. Listen to Let’s Travel – Masada.