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Mattathias ben Theophilus II

d. AD 66

High Priest of Israel

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About Mattathias ben Theophilus II

Mattathias ben Theophilus II was a priest.

Mattathias ben Theophilus (; died c. 66 CE) was the Jewish High Priest (Kohen Gadol)

at the start of the Jewish Revolution, and was overthrown by Revolutionary forces.

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Important facts

Born

Jerusalem

Died

AD 66, Judea (Roman province), Roman Empire

Occupation

Priest

Positions held

High Priest of Israel

Family & relationships

Parent

Theophilus ben Ananus

Frequently asked questions

Who was Mattathias ben Theophilus II?

High Priest of Israel (65-66)

When was Mattathias ben Theophilus II born?

Mattathias ben Theophilus II was born in Jerusalem.

When did Mattathias ben Theophilus II die?

Mattathias ben Theophilus II died in AD 66 in Jerusalem, Judea (Roman province), Roman Empire.

What was Mattathias ben Theophilus II's occupation?

Mattathias ben Theophilus II was a priest.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Mattathias ben Theophilus II

· Wikidata: Q3395130

· DBpedia: Mattathias ben Theophilus

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