Divrei Yosippon — Sefer Yosippon — Chapter 55: Death of Herod

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55:1

Herod’s final sickness is described in gruesome terms and interpreted as fitting punishment for bloodshed and sacrilege.

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55:2

He orders arrests designed to ensure mourning at his death, though the command is not carried out.

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55:3

After changing his succession arrangements again, he dies.

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55:4

His kingdom is divided among sons rather than passing intact to a single heir.

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