This is a video lecture describing the life and times of Shimon Bar Kochba, one of the greatest military leaders of ancient Israel. Famous for his stunning success against the Roman army, he was even regarded as the Messiah by many of his followers, including Rabbi Akiva. Part of the Jewish Biography as History series by Dr. Henry Abramson. More videos available at www.henryabramson.com.
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