Der Bar-Kokhba-Aufstand

The Second Jewish Revolt against Roman rule (132-135 CE) significantly transformed the political and cultural landscape of Jewish Palestine, leading to the near-total devastation of Judaea and a shift of Jewish life to the Galilee. The Roman victory came at a high cost. Recent research, particularly archaeological discoveries, has revitalized the study of the Bar Kokhba War. This volume, stemming from a conference at Princeton University in November 2001, features leading scholars who assess the current state of research on this period. It evaluates the historical significance of the revolt and its lasting impact on Jewish history in Roman Palestine. A concluding essay explores Bar Kokhba's representation in modern Israeli culture. Key contributions include discussions on the relationship between Bar Kokhba and the Rabbis, the origins of the war, numismatic evidence, Roman religious policies, and the implications of the ban on circumcision. Other topics cover the geographical scope of the revolt, archaeological updates on hiding complexes, and insights into the urban layout of Aelia Capitolina. This comprehensive examination sheds light on the complexities surrounding the Bar Kokhba Revolt and its enduring legacy.