Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
josephus
Proper Noun
/dʒoʊˈsiːfəs/
Definition
Josephus refers to Flavius Josephus, a first-century Jewish historian whose works provide insight into the history and culture of the Jewish people during the Roman period.
Examples
- Flavius Josephus chronicled the Jewish-Roman War in his famous work ‘The Jewish War’.
- Researching Josephus can provide valuable insights into the first-century Jewish culture.
Meaning
Josephus is a key historical figure whose writings help to understand the context of Jewish history and the Roman rule during his lifetime.
Synonyms
- Flavius Josephus
- Jewish historian
- historian of Judea
