555 ⟶ Fourth Samaritan Revolt and its Aftermath

The Fourth Samaritan Revolt against Byzantium results in gre...

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⚔️ Fourth Samaritan Revolt and its Aftermath

The Fourth Samaritan Revolt against Byzantium results in great reduction of the Samaritan community, their Israelite faith is outlawed. Neighbouring Jews, who mostly reside in Galilee, are also affected by the oppressive rule of the Byzantines.⟶

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🛡️ Jewish Revolt in Galilee and Jerusalem

Jews of Galilee led by Benjamin of Tiberias gain autonomy in Jerusalem after revolting against Heraclius as a joint military campaign with ally Sassanid Empire under Khosrau II and Jewish militias from Persia, but are subsequently massacred.⟶

RevoltGalileeJerusalemByzantine EmpireSasanian EmpirePersecution6th Century7th CenturyHeracliusJewish Militias

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Iran