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Salome Alexandra, or Shlomtzion (Greek: Σαλώμη Ἀλεξάνδρα; Hebrew: שְׁלוֹמְצִיּוֹן , Šəlōmṣīyyōn, "peace of Zion"; 141–67 BC), was (until Golda Meir) one of only three women to rule over Judea, the other two being Athaliah and Deborah.
Jan 22, 2013 · Queen Salome Alexandra (r. 76-67 BCE) was arguably the most powerful and successful member of the Hasmonean dynasty, which governed an independent but strife-torn Judea.
Queen Salome Alexandra was a notable ruler of ancient Judea in the Second Temple era. A noble, righteous woman, her reign brought peace and prosperity to the Land of Israel. Read on for 10 facts about this exceptional queen, revered as few other monarchs in Jewish history.
Salome Alexandra or Alexandra of Jerusalem (139 – 67 B.C.E.) was the only Jewish regnant queen of the Hasmoneans, reigning from 75 B.C.E. until her death in 67 B.C.E.
One of the most outstanding Jewish women in our history was Queen Salome Alexandra. Salome Alexandra, the sister of Rabbi Shimon ben Shetach, the famous leader of the Sanhedrin, was the wife of the first Maccabean to take on the title of “king” since the destruction of the first Holy Temple.
Mar 8, 2022 · Who was Salome Alexandra? Arguably, she was the most misunderstood queen in history. A warrior and successful administrator, much of her life is mysterious and unclear.
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Salome Alexandra began her reign in 76 B.C. by decrying her husband's misdeeds. Upon his death, she booted out the Sadduccees and brought the Pharisees into power. To placate the...
