Maccabean/ Hasmonean Dynasty Chart

The Maccabean/Hasmonean Dynasty was a ruling dynasty of Judea from 164 BCE to 63 BCE. It was founded by Mattathias, a Jewish priest, and his five sons who led the Maccabean Revolt against the Seleucid Empire. The dynasty was named after Judah Maccabee, one of the sons of Mattathias, who played a significant role in the revolt. Here is a brief chart outlining the rulers of the Maccabean/Hasmonean Dynasty: - Mattathias (167-166 BCE) - Founder of the dynasty and instigator of the Maccabean Revolt. - Judah Maccabee (166-160 BCE) - Known for his military leadership and victories against the Seleucid forces. - Jonathan Apphus (160-142 BCE) - Consolidated the dynasty's power and established alliances with foreign powers. - Simon Thassi (142-135 BCE) - Declared himself High Priest and Prince of Israel, further solidifying the dynasty's control. - John Hyrcanus I (135-104 BCE) - Expanded the borders of Judea and forced the Edomites to convert to Judaism. - Aristobulus I (104-103 BCE) - Declared himself king, marking the transition from the High Priestly rule to kingship. - Alexander Jannaeus (103-76 BCE) - Known for his military conquests and conflicts with the Pharisees. - Alexandra Salome (76-67 BCE) - First and only queen of the dynasty, ruled on behalf of her sons. - Hyrcanus II (67-63 BCE) - Faced power struggles with his brother Aristobulus II and the interference of Roman general Pompey. The end of the Maccabean/Hasmonean Dynasty came in 63 BCE when the Roman general Pompey captured Jerusalem, effectively ending Jewish independence and beginning Roman rule in Judea.