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Herodian kingdom of Judea
The Herodian kingdom was a Roman client kingdom ruled by Herod the Great, who rebuilt the Temple in Jerusalem. After his death it was divided among his sons. Luke's Gospel places the priest Zechariah (Zakariya) and the birth of John (Yahya) in Herod's days.
Key facts
| Dates | 37 – 4 BCE |
|---|---|
| Region | Mesopotamia & Levant |
| Continent | Asia |
| Type | Roman client kingdom |
| Capital | Jerusalem |
| Founder | Herod the Great |
| Religion(s) | Second Temple Judaism |
Before & after
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In the Islamic timeline
- Prophet Zakariya (AS) — Luke 1:5 places Zechariah "in the days of Herod, king of Judea" (Christian tradition).
- Prophet Yahya (AS) — Luke's Gospel places the birth of John (Yahya) in this reign.
- Prophet Isa (al-Masih ibn Maryam) (AS) — The Gospels of Matthew and Luke place the birth of Jesus (Isa) at the end of Herod's reign.
- Judaism (Religion of Bani Isra'il) — Herod rebuilt the Second Temple.
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.