The Martyrdom of Jose ben Yoezer at Greek Hands

Exempla of the Rabbis, No. 24

Curated by Arthur·Told by Maggid·March 24, 2026

24. Martyrdom of Jose b. Yoezer.

Midr. Psalms, Ps. XI, 7. Midr. Hagadol, Gen. Toledot.

Gen. R. 65 § 22. Zacuto, Yuhasin, f. 14b.

Themes

Charity Repentance Martyrdom Death Faith

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