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The Siege of Masada, 2005.
This essay examines the reliability of Josephus' account of the siege of Masada.
2,978 words (approx. 11.9 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 87.95
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This paper attempts to present an unbiased evaluation of the reliability of Josephus account of the siege of Masada and contends that Josephus account is certainly not entirely false; however the account of the suicide itself is also shown to be a likely alteration of events with a grain of truth.
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"Furthermore, the mass-suicide may be seen as one such 'exaggeration' because it was not uncommon for accounts in ancient literature to end in such a manner. Cohen also notes that the ending of a story with mass suicide was evident among many prominent writers. Among those whom he lists is Livy, who has already been shown to embellish his writings in a similar manner to Josephus. In one story, Livy describes how P. Decius Mus devoted himself to the gods of the underworld in return for a Roman victory, and hurled himself into the midst of the enemy battle line as a sacrifice . It is most likely that the devotio of Decius Mus is legendary, and is confused with the action of his son at Sentinum in 295 B.C., who is also reputed to have acted similarly . This is but one of many instances where classical writers conclude a story with suicide. As a result of this contextual examination, it becomes clear that Josephus' story of the mass-suicide has been moulded, if not totally created, as a result of literary traditions of the ancient world."
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An Analysis of the Events that Occurred at Mt. Masada, 2001.
An attempt to piece together the facts about events at Mt. Masada, with a look at the points of contention by archaeologists.
3,342 words (approx. 13.4 pages), 12 sources, $ 95.95
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"During the winter of 1963-1964, world renound archaeologist, Yigael Yadin, led an excavation of Mt. Masada. In a research paper, published at Hebrew University, by Hershel Shanks, one of the archaeologist at Masada, three questions are asked that may discredit the events at Mt. Masada: 1) If the Jews did commit suicide, then where are their bodies?, 2) If Titus was a by the book general, then why did the Romans not storm the fort upon breaking through the wall?, 3) If Flavius Josephus was not present to witness the events, then how can we trust his account? These questions are hard to answer, because the only sources that we have are the writings of Josephus and the results of the excavations at Masada. To analyze the events of Masada we have no choice, but to use some speculation to bring all of the information together for a reasonable conclusion."
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"Masada", 2005.
Reveals why this mini-series can be considered a failure.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 5 sources, $ 62.95
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The miniseries "Masada" provides a visually lush and sweeping backdrop for the story of the rebellion of the Jewish Zealots against the Romans. The setting offers a sense of realism to the viewer, who might feel as if he or she is a part of the action. The paper argues that the potential of this historically accurate backdrop is not maintained, however, across the remaining elements of the miniseries. This paper examines the failure of this miniseries to deliver on its promise.
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Masada, 2001.
Examines archaeological finds at the site in Israel. Historical background of the seige; problems of authenticity; role of politics.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 10 sources, $ 55.95
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"This research will examine archaeological finds that have been made at Masada in Israel. The research will set forth the historical background and context for archaeological research at Masada and then discuss how modern research has contributed to the understanding of history of ancient eastern Mediterranean culture.
In Western culture, the basis for understanding the events that gave Masada a high historical profile was for centuries the work of Josephus, a first-century Jew who wrote an account of the three-year siege by Roman legions of a Jewish fortress community originally built by Herod the Great, the last Hasmonean king (Small, 1990). The siege followed the destruction of the Jewish temple in Jerusalem in AD 70, the culmination of the so-called First Jewish Revolt, which had begun in AD 66 at the instigation of .."
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King Herod, the Great, 2002.
An in-depth paper of the life and achievements of King Herod the Great.
5,971 words (approx. 23.9 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 142.95
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This paper examines the rule of King Herod over Idumea, Galilee, Judea, Batanea, Samaria and Peraea. It discusses why his relationship with the Jews was so tense and reasons for their hatred of him. It looks at the culture of the time and how the rule of Herod influenced cultural norms of society.
Introduction
Herod?s Regime from 37-25 B.C
The Pharisees
The Ruling Class
The Hasmonean Family
Cleopatra
Herod and Octavius
The Death of Mariamne
The Death of the Last of the Hasmoneans
Herod Regime from 25-14 B.C.
Herod as Master Builder
Jerusalem
Masada
The Herodion
Jericho
Caesarea
Herod?s Household Affairs
Augustus and Herod
Pleasing the Subjects
Marriage of Herod?s Sons
Herod?s Rule from 14-4 B.C
Matrimonial Issues
The Conspiracy for Succession
Foreign Disturbances
Trial of Alexander and Aristobulus
Antipater?s Conspiracy and Failure
A New Will
The Divine Indications of Jesus? Birth
The Rabbi Rebels
Imprisonment of all Jew Noblemen
Antipater?s Execution and Change of Will
Death and Deliverance
Herod?s Religious Implications on Judaism & Christianity
From the Paper
"Quite a variety of members belonging to the royal dynasty had their names Herod being originated in Edom or Idumea after John Hyrcanus in 125 B.C was obligated to adopt the Jewish religion (1). The Herod family ruled in Palestine as vassals of the Romans. Followed by Maccabees, the history of this dynasty mainly relates to the political history of Palestine during this whole era (1). Romans in 40 B.C made Herod I the Great, son of Antipater the king who managed to keep hold of his throne even during the times of changes in the government at Rome (1). Herod?s kingdom included Idumea, Galilee, Judea, Batanea, Samaria and Peraea, which was more or less the same size as the kingdom of David and Solomon (1). Though Herod had outstanding leadership skills, yet he was greatly detested by the Jews. One of the reasons for disliking him was his attitude toward the Maccabean dynasty to which he was linked in terms of marriage, while his impudence and brutality, infuriated Jews more (1)."
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