095 Fall of Jerusalem Part 1 - One Minute History

The transcript describes a historical conflict where Greek merchants' religious practices are disrupted by Roman authorities, leading to a Jewish rebellion. The Romans initially respond with force, but the Jewish rebels successfully expel them from Jerusalem. Rome retaliates with a larger army, but suffers a significant defeat at Beth Haran, losing 6000 troops and the Aquila. This defeat emboldens the rebellion, escalating the conflict into a full-scale war with Rome.

What action did the Greek merchants take that led to a conflict with the Roman governor?

• They refused to pay taxes.

• They stopped trading with Rome.

• They sacrificed birds in front of their temple.

• They built a new temple.

How did Rome initially respond to the complaints of the Greek merchants?

• By sending 3000 legionnaires to plunder the temple.

• By increasing taxes on the merchants.

• By building a new temple for the merchants.

• By negotiating with the merchants.

What was the outcome of the Jewish rebellion in Jerusalem?

• The Jewish forces were defeated.

• The Romans regained control of the city.

• The rebellion was peacefully resolved.

• The Jewish forces took over the Garrison of Jerusalem.

What significant event occurred in the valley of Beth Haran?

• The Roman legions achieved a major victory.

• The Roman governor was captured.

• The Judean rebels surrendered.

• The Roman legions suffered a humiliating defeat.

What was the symbolic loss for the Romans during the defeat in Beth Haran?

• The loss of their treasury.

• The loss of their general.

• The destruction of their ships.

• The capture of the Aquila by Judean rebels.