Roman Occupation/Tax Collector

- Jerusalem was occupied by Roman officials. Roman rulers were placed in charge of the city and had an army to support their cause

- Herod was building a new temple during the time of Jesus. Herod's reconstruction of the temple was an outstanding achievement, and it was evident that Herod's use of materials, the extension of the temple and the architectural style he employed added to the luxury. Costs were high, resulted in high taxation

- Ther were such ill feelings towards Herod and other Roman rulers as a result of the taxation

-Tax collectors were hated because they supported Roman rule by collecting money from the people. They were also hated because they accumulated wealth by stealing from the people. The financial burdens tax collectors caused was so extensive that they were considered sinners

	Created by Marc Lunar over 6 years ago

Grade 10 World Religions (Jesus as Christ, Saviour and Lord) Note on Jerusalem in the Time of Jesus, created by Marc Lunar on 11/12/2017.