Divrei Yosippon — Sefer Yosippon — Chapter 31: The Days of Aristobulus Ri’shon

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31:1

Aristobulus Ri’shon succeeds Hyrcanus and takes the royal title.

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31:2

He imprisons family members and becomes suspicious of his brother Antigonus.

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31:3

Through palace intrigue and misunderstanding Antigonus is killed, leaving Aristobulus tormented by guilt.

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31:4

His short rule ends in sickness and remorse, showing the instability introduced by dynastic kingship.

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