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Marcus Ambivulus

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Coin of Marcus Ambivulus

Marcus Ambivulus was the 2nd Roman Prefect of the province of Judea, comprising biblical Judea and Samaria.[1][2]

History

Originally a cavalry officer, he succeeded Coponius in 9 and ruled the area until 12, when he was succeeded by Annius Rufus. Josephus noted his tenure in the Antiquities of the Jews 18.31.

See also

References

  1. ^ Maier, Paul L. "The Roman Governors - from Josephus: The Essential Works". Archived from the original on July 14, 2011. Retrieved January 22, 2011.
  2. ^ "Marcus Ambibulus". www.livius.org. Archived from the original on 2004-02-18.
Marcus Ambivulus
Preceded by Prefect of Judaea Succeeded by