Syrie romaine (70 av. J.-C.-73 apr. J.-C.)

Abstract

Annexed by Rome at the end of the mithridatic wars, Syria shows an odd feature in the territorial organisation, mixing during more than 150 years the administration by Roman officials and by some “clients” Kings. On the eastern border, Syria sustains some invasions of the Parthians but, when the civil peace is established again, it is the base for roman operations to Parthia and Armenia. Rome is respectful of the hellenistic heritage about local organisation and culture, but it has to face a growing agitation of the Jews who are living a deep social, cultural and religious crisis.

Keywords

• Roman Syria
• Jews
• Client Kings
• Parthians
• roman provinces