King Herod- Open ended

• 1. Who was Herod the Great, and what is he known for in Judea?

• How long did Herod rule, and who appointed him as king?

• What challenges did Herod face in balancing loyalty to the Romans and the demands of the Jewish people?

• What improvements did Herod make to Jerusalem, and how did he make it a Roman-style city?

• Describe Herod's significant building project related to the Second Temple.

• What was the Antonia Fortress, and why was it crucial for Jerusalem?

• How did Herod contribute to the economic development of Jerusalem and Judea?

• What role did Caesarea Maritima play in Herod's building projects, and why did it become his capital?

• Explain the significance of Masada and its connection to the Jewish-Roman war.

• What were the features of Herodium, and according to Josephus Flavius, where was Herod supposedly buried?