Herod was succeeded by his sons, Herod Archelaus (briefly appointed ruler of Judaea, Samaria, and Idumaea by the Romans) and the longer-reigning Herod Antipas, ruler of Galilee.

When his father died in the year 4 BCE, Archelaus’ claim to the throne was contested by his younger brother, Herod Antipas, and by the Jews because of his brutality.

Herod's Ancient Theater Found The findings at Herodion include a theater with a VIP room, coffins of Herod’s family wife and the wife of Archelaus, Herod’s son.

Historically, Herod was a huge success, rebuilding the Temple, such that he was nicknamed “the Great”, and he was the first of four Herods — and one Philip from the same family — to rule through the ...

In search of Herod Decades of archeological digs and discoveries are showcased in a new museum exhibit, looking at the architectural legacy of Israel’s greatest builder By EMANUEL MFOUKOU APRIL ...

Herod, a convert to Judaism whom the Romans appointed king of Judea, was considered a great builder and administrator who dramatically expanded and renovated the Second Temple, ...

Herod's Ancient Theater Found The findings at Herodion include a theater with a VIP room, coffins of Herod’s family wife and the wife of Archelaus, Herod’s son.