The Jewish revolt against Constantius Gallus (1 gen 351 anni – 1 gen 352 anni)

Descrizione:

The Jewish revolt against Constantius Gallus erupted during the Roman civil war of 350–353, amid destabilization across the Roman Empire. Here's a breakdown of the key events:

Background:

Emperor Constantius II, like his father Constantine the Great, favored Christianity over other religions, including Judaism. However, unlike his father, Constantius allowed Christians to persecute both pagans and Jews.
Intolerance from some Christian clergy towards non-Christians, including Jews, led to tension and hostility. Jewish opposition to Christian proselytism grew, particularly against Jewish Christians.
Revolt:

In 350, Constantius II was preoccupied with campaigns in the East against the Sasanians but had to return to the West to counter the usurpation of Magnentius. He appointed his cousin Gallus as Caesar of the East.
The revolt erupted in 351–352 in Palestine, led by Isaac of Diocaesarea, also known as Isaac of Sepphoris, with support from Patricius, whose name had messianic connotations.
The rebellion started with a night assault on the Roman garrison, enabling the Jews to obtain weapons. The rebels targeted people of different ethnicities, including pagan Greeks and Samaritans.
Ursicinus' campaign:

Gallus sent his magister equitum, Ursicinus, to suppress the revolt. Ursicinus launched a forceful campaign, nearly destroying cities like Tiberias, Diospolis, and Diocaesarea.
Thousands of rebels were killed, including many who were too young to fight. Gallus himself was reported to have slain thousands.
The revolt was eventually quelled, and a permanent garrison was established in Galilee to maintain order.
Aftermath:

Following the revolt, Galilee remained under a permanent Roman garrison to prevent further uprisings.
The revolt against Constantius Gallus is significant as one of several instances of Jewish resistance against Roman rule, reflecting the ongoing tensions between the Jewish population and the Roman authorities in the region.

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