Athronges

Athronges (Greek: Αθρογγαίος, Athrongaíos; likely derived from etrog, "citron") was a leader of the Jews during the insurrection under Herod Archelaus. He was a shepherd, in common with his four brothers. However, his humble occupation did not work against him: Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and David had also been shepherds. Athronges led the rebellion against Archelaus and the Romans. After a protracted struggle Athronges and his brothers were defeated. Josephus wrote of him:

Athronges

Athronges (Greek: Αθρογγαίος, Athrongaíos; likely derived from etrog, "citron") was a leader of the Jews during the insurrection under Herod Archelaus. He was a shepherd, in common with his four brothers. However, his humble occupation did not work against him: Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and David had also been shepherds. Athronges led the rebellion against Archelaus and the Romans. After a protracted struggle Athronges and his brothers were defeated. Josephus wrote of him: