Gessius Florus (jan 1, 64 – jan 1, 66)
Description:
Josephus says about the Zealots, "It was during the time of Gessius Florus, our procurator, that this fervor began to drive the nation to madness. His misuse of power incited the Jews to rebel against the Romans.” (Antiquities 18.1.6)Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 64
jan 1, 66
~ 2 years