Herodians: Slick and self interested politicians

Question 1

Name

Answer 1

Based on Herod the Great

Question 2

Origin

Answer 2

Uncertain

Question 3

Segments of Society

Answer 3

Wealthy and politically influential Jews who supported Herod Antipas or any descendant of Herod the great.

Question 4

Key Tenets

Answer 4

• Political group as opposed to religious group

- Membership likely comprised of various Jewish theological positions and perspectives

Question 5

Activities

Answer 5

• Supported Herod and the Herodian Dynasty
• Accepted Hellenisation
• Accepted foreign rule