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November 27, 2024

Were There Jewish Gladiators?

Roman bloodsports offended Jewish sensibilities, but that didn’t keep some from watching—or participating.

Over the weekend, the sequel to the 2000 blockbuster Gladiator opened in U.S. cinemas, featuring among its cast two Israeli actors. It does not, however, feature any Jewish characters. Luke Tress examines ancient Jewish attitudes toward Roman bloodsports:

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November 27, 2024

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