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The Fiscus Judaicus and the Parting of the Ways

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At a Glance

Following the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE, Emperor Vespasian instituted the fiscus Judaicus, an annual poll tax of two drachmae (two denarii) levied on Jews throughout the Roman Empire.

What This Study Explores

Second Temple Judaism

Scripture Connections

Exodus 30; Matthew 17; Romans 11; Ephesians 2; John 9; Revelation 2; Hebrews 10; Genesis 3

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Originally published September 11, 2026. This WordPress page is a discovery guide; the complete article is hosted on Substack.


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