Simeon ben Shetach

Rabbi, Deceased Person

2024 – 2024

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Who was Simeon ben Shetach?

Simeon ben Shetach, first name also Shimon and last name also ben Shatach, was a Pharisee scholar and Nasi of the Sanhedrin during the reigns of Alexander Jannæus and his successor, Queen Alexandra Salome, who was Simeon's sister. He was therefore closely connected with the court, enjoying, at least initially, the favor of Alexander.

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Born
May 7, 2024
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  • Judaism
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Died
May 7, 2024

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on July 23, 2013

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