Maccabeus, priest Judas, leader of Maccabean Revolt
What does the Bible say
Judas Maccabeus, also known as Judah Maccabee, was a leader in the Maccabean Revolt from around 167 BC to 160 BC. In order to understand the Maccabean Revolt, one must know what happened in the time period between the Old and New Testaments. Judas Maccabeus is remembered as a fierce warrior in connection with Hanukkah who represents the desire for Jews to practice their religion without foreign rule.
Judas Maccabeus, also known as Judah Maccabee, was a leader in the Maccabean Revolt from around 167 BC to 160 BC. In order to understand the Maccabean Revolt, one must know what happened in the time period between the Old and New Testaments. Judas Maccabeus is remembered as a fierce warrior in connection with Hanukkah who represents the desire for Jews to practice their religion without foreign rule.