Broke Quote by Nesta Helen Webster
“From the reign of Nero to that of Antoninus Pius," Gibbon says again, "the Jews discovered a fierce impatience of the dominion of Rome which repeatedly broke out in the most furious massacres and insurrections. Humanity is shocked at the recital of the horrid cruelties which the Jews committed in the cities of Egypt, of Cyprus, and of Cyrene, where they dwelt in treacherous friendship with the unsuspecting natives...In Cyrene they massacred 220,000 Greeks; in Cyprus 240,000; in Egypt a very great multitude. Many of these unhappy victims were sawed asunder...”
About This Quote
Source Book: The History of the Jews, 1910
Describes violent Jewish uprisings against Roman rule, emphasizing brutal massacres and portraying Jews as hostile aggressors.
In simple terms: Jewish revolts caused massive Roman casualties.
Key Takeaway
Question historical narratives and seek balanced perspectives.
Themes
history
conflict
religion
bias
propaganda
Mood
skeptical
inquisitive
Type
historical
critical
When to use this quote
- academic research
- teaching history
- media analysis
- public discourse
- policy making
Key Concepts
ancient history
ethnic conflict
propaganda studies
Questions to Reflect On
- What sources confirm these events?
- How does bias shape historical memory?
A Different Perspective
One‑sided accounts can fuel prejudice.
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