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Leader of the Hasmonean dynasty from 160 to 143 BCE
Jonathan Apphus (Hebrew: יוֹנָתָן אַפְּפוּס Yōnāṯān ʾApfūs; Ancient Greek: Ἰωνάθαν Ἀπφοῦς, Iōnáthan Apphoûs) was one of the sons of Mattathias and the
Jonathan_Apphus
Jewish kingdom in the southern Levant (140–37 BC)
revolt. After Bacchides renewed his suppression of the Hasmonean party, Jonathan Apphus, Judah's brother, assumed leadership of the surviving rebels. He and
Hasmonean_Judea
High Priest of Israel, founder of the Hasmonean dynasty
of the Maccabean brothers, he assumed leadership after his brother Jonathan Apphus was captured by the Seleucid general Diodotus Tryphon. Simon played
Simon_Thassi
Jewish rebellion against the Seleucids
control for a time, but remnants of the Maccabees under Judas's brother Jonathan Apphus continued to resist from the countryside. Eventually, internal division
Maccabean_Revolt
Dynasty of Judea (140–37 BC)
fierce fighter. Mattathias, 170–167 BC Judas Maccabeus, 167–160 BC Jonathan Apphus, 160–143 BC (High Priest from 152 BC) Simon Thassi, 142/1–134 BC (Ethnarch
Hasmonean_dynasty
Biblical text about the Maccabean Revolt
succeeded by his brother Jonathan Apphus, whose battles with the Greek general Bacchides are recounted in chapter 9. Jonathan becomes high priest (1 Maccabees
1_Maccabees
Unknown priest in the Dead Sea Scrolls
Righteousness served as High Priest but was subsequently ousted by Jonathan Apphus. In 1 Maccabees, no High Priest is named for the period from the death
Teacher_of_Righteousness
Topics referred to by the same term
the Books of Samuel Jonathan (Judges), in the Book of Judges Jonathan (son of Abiathar), in 2 Samuel and 1 Kings Jonathan Apphus, fifth son of Mattathias
Jonathan
Jewish holiday
referred to as Johanan Maccabeus and John Gaddi. Jonathan the Maccabee, also referred to as Jonathan Apphus. Antiochus IV Epiphanes. Seleucid king controlling
Hanukkah
Hebrew religious text ascribed to Enoch
"power of God": God was with them to avenge the death. It may also be Jonathan Apphus taking over command of the rebels to battle on after the death of Judas
Book_of_Enoch
High Priest of Jerusalem between Alcimus' death and the accession of Jonathan Apphus. Josephus relates that the office was vacant for seven years. As the
List of high priests of Israel
List_of_high_priests_of_Israel
2nd century BCE Jewish priest of the Hasmonean Dynasty
Maccabee), Eleazar Avaran, Simon Thassi (Simeon), John Gaddi, and Jonathan Apphus (Yonatan). The accounts of 1 Maccabees and Josephus largely agree in
Mattathias
Jewish social movement and school of thought
the Temple in 70 AD. Josephus first mentions them in connection with Jonathan Apphus, the successor of Judas Maccabeus. One of the factors that distinguished
Pharisees
Region of ancient Israel
Ramathaim—under the control of Judea in 145 BCE as part of an agreement between Jonathan Apphus and Demetrius II is one indication of this decline. Around 110 BCE
Samaria
Jewish priest who led the Maccabean Revolt
BCE, Mattathias, together with his sons Judah, Eleazar, Simon, John, and Jonathan, started a revolt against the Seleucid ruler Antiochus IV Epiphanes, who
Judas_Maccabeus
Ancient Israelite city and sanctuary
destruction might be connected to the conquests of Hasmonean leaders Jonathan Apphus and Simon Thassi. Jerome, in his letter to Paula and Eustochium, dated
Shiloh_(biblical_city)
Group of Jewish rebels in the Seleucid Empire
Aristobulus I Aristobulus II Hyrcanus II John Gaddi John Hyrcanus Jonathan Apphus Judas Maccabeus Mattathias Salome Alexandra Simon Thassi al-Midya,
Maccabees
Roman–Jewish historian and military leader (c. 37 – c. 100)
himself a fourth-generation descendant of "High Priest Jonathan", referring to either Jonathan Apphus or Alexander Jannaeus. He was raised in Jerusalem and
Josephus
Conflict between the Seleucid Empire and the Ptolemaic Kingdom
those of Syria who disliked Demetrius, such as Jewish military leader Jonathan Apphus. Alexander eventually won the civil war, a diplomatic coup for Ptolemy
Syrian_Wars
Archeological site in northern Israel
In the Hellenistic period, Kedesh was the site of battles involving Jonathan Apphus and Seleucid king Demetrius II. In the Roman period, Josephus records
Kedesh
Jewish sect during the Second Temple period
distinct group among Jews during Jonathan Apphus's time, driven by disputes over Jewish law and the belief that Jonathan's high priesthood was illegitimate
Essenes
Ancient city on the Levantine coast known from Ancient, Classical, and Medieval times
Wars in 157 BCE. In 153 BCE, under pressure from Hasmonean leader Jonathan Apphus, Ascalon supported the claim of Alexander Balas against incumbent Seleucid
Ascalon
Hasmonean ruler
was the son of Simon Thassi and hence the nephew of Judas Maccabeus, Jonathan Apphus and their siblings, whose story is told in the deuterocanonical books
John_Hyrcanus
son of Alexander Balas) to the throne, captures Jonathan Apphus and executes him. Simon Thassi, Jonathan's brother, switches sides and supports Demetrius
Timeline of the Second Temple period
Timeline_of_the_Second_Temple_period
One of the Dead Sea scrolls
composition of 4QMMT to c.152 BCE, the beginning of the rise to power of Jonathan Apphus. Palaeographic analysis dates the six copies of 4QMMT to between 75
4QMMT
160 BCE battle of the Maccabean Revolt
Maccabeus. The leadership of the Maccabees passed to Judas's brother Jonathan Apphus (Yonatan), who continued to fight against Bacchides for the remainder
Battle_of_Elasa
the Jewish festival of Hannukah. After Judas' death, his brothers Jonathan Apphus and Simon Thassi were able to establish and consolidate a vassal Hasmonean
History_of_Israel
Seleucid King of Syria from 150 to 142 BC
Demetrius I competed with another to win over Jonathan Apphus, the leader of the ascendant faction in Judaea. Jonathan was won over to Alexander's side by the
Alexander_Balas
Naphtali Reuben Simeon Zebulun Eleazar Avaran John Gaddi John Hyrcanus Jonathan Apphus Judas Maccabeus Mattathias Simon Thassi Alexander the Great Antiochus
List of major biblical figures
List_of_major_biblical_figures
Ancient port and city in Tel Aviv, Israel
though he did not attempt to hold the city. By 147–146 BCE, his brother Jonathan Apphus expelled the garrison of Seleucid king Demetrius II from Jaffa but
Jaffa
City in Israel
Ptolemais for the benefit of the Temple in Jerusalem, but in vain. Jonathan Apphus threw in his lot with Alexander; Alexander and Demetrius met in battle
Acre,_Israel
The first conquest of Gaza occurred under Jonathan Apphus around ~145 BCE, when he was acting under Seleucid influence. The second conquest took place
Hasmonean_conquest_of_Gaza
Thassi Prince of Judaea r. 141–135 BCE Judas Maccabeus Eleazar Avaran Jonathan Apphus John Hyrcanus I Prince of Judaea r. 134–104 BCE Aristobulus I King
Kings_of_Israel_and_Judah
mentioned during this time. In 145 BCE, the Jewish Hasmonean leader Jonathan Apphus besieged Gaza while serving in the army of the Seleucid king Antiochus
History_of_the_Jews_in_Gaza
Ancient Philistine city and modern archaeological site in Israel
point Alexander Balas, the ruler of the Seleucid Empire, gave Ekron to Jonathan Apphus. Ekron is also mentioned in Eusebius' Onomasticon, a 4th-century gazetteer
Ekron
Wars of succession
persuade the Jews under Jonathan Apphus to serve the Seleucid throne and help defeat him. But Alexander also sent word to Jonathan, promised him more powers
Seleucid_Dynastic_Wars
King of Seleucid Empire from 162 to 150 BC
of Demetrius I's empire, their story was unusually well preserved. Jonathan Apphus, the brother of Judas and the new leader of the Maccabees, was able
Demetrius_I_Soter
Opponent of the "Teacher of Righteousness"
candidate is Jonathan Apphus, followed by his brother Simon Thassi; the widespread acceptance of this view has been dubbed the "Jonathan consensus." Alternative
Wicked_Priest
List of notable historic figures from the region of Palestine
"Judas Maccabeus". Encyclopaedia Britannica. Retrieved 16 May 2026. "Jonathan". Jewish Virtual Library. Retrieved 16 May 2026. "Salome Alexandra". Jewish
List of people from Palestine (historical region)
List_of_people_from_Palestine_(historical_region)
Period in Jewish history, c. 516 BCE–70 CE
the battle dealt a blow to the rebels. After Judas died, his brother Jonathan Apphus took over as the leader of the revolt. He benefited from another internal
Second_Temple_period
which lasted for over a century. After Judas' death, his brothers Jonathan Apphus and Simon Thassi were successful in creating and consolidating the
History_of_Jerusalem
Portion of the Herodian kingdom
167-160 BCE under Judas Maccabeus Hasmonean Kingdom in 161-143 BCE under Jonathan Apphus (after conquest of Perea) Hasmonean Kingdom in 142-135 BCE under Simon
Perea
High Priest of Israel
Simon II Onias III Jason Menelaus Onias IV Alcimus Hasmonean dynasty Jonathan Apphus Simon Thassi Hyrcanus I Aristobulus I Alexander Jannaeus Hyrcanus II
Jason_(High_Priest)
1962 film
of them, but he too falls in battle and his brother Jonathan Apphus takes over. After Jonathan's death, his brother Simon Thassi takes his place. Eventually
The_Old_Testament_(film)
Seleucid King of Syria from 145 to 138 BC
leader of the Jews, Jonathan Apphus, onto his side, but this relationship broke down; ultimately Diodotus captured and executed Jonathan. By means of adroit
Demetrius_II_Nicator
Interpretive commentary on scripture
with scholars suggesting that he was a Hasmonean high priest such as Jonathan Apphus or Alexander Jannaeus. The Wicked Priest is referenced the most in
Pesher
Seleucid usurper from 142 to 138 BC
the same time Diodotus made diplomatic overtures to the Jews under Jonathan Apphus in order to have them join with him against Demetrius, giving him honours
Diodotus_Tryphon
Judas Maccabeus is killed in battle and his army is routed. 152 BCE – Jonathan Apphus is appointed high priest of the Jerusalem temple by the Seleucids.
Timeline of the Palestine region
Timeline_of_the_Palestine_region
161 BCE agreement between Judas Maccabeus and the Roman Republic
Rome to the detriment of the Seleucids. According to 1 Maccabees 12, Jonathan Apphus, in his role as High Priest, sent an embassy with a letter to Rome
Roman–Jewish_Treaty
700s–100s BC northern Arab tribal confederation
rebellion led by Judas' brothers, Jonathan Apphus, John Gaddi, and Simon Thassi, and killed John, in retaliation of which Jonathan and Simon attacked the Qedarites
Qedarites
145 BCE battle of the Syrian Wars
internal rivals to Demetrius, notably including the Maccabees led by Jonathan Apphus, whom he appointed as high priest of Judea. Balas and his faction succeeded
Battle_of_the_Oenoparus
Religious concept
898–99 "Joiakim", p. 940, "Eliashib 3." p. 477, "Joiada 2." p. 940b, "Jonathan 11. 12." p. 944 New American Bible, Book of Job, prefatory notes. "Alexander
Biblical literalist chronology
Biblical_literalist_chronology
Eastern Mediterranean earthquake and tsunami
campaigns of Jonathan Apphus (reigned 161–142 BC) against his enemy Demetrius II Nicator (reigned 145–138 BC). 1 Maccabees records that Jonathan had attacked
92_BC_Levant_earthquake
General and governor of the Greek Seleucid Empire
Seleucid authority in Judea. The rebels nominated Judas's brother Jonathan Apphus to lead them with Judas's death, and seem to have fled to Tekoa on
Bacchides_(general)
Jewish high priest, founder of the Leontopolis temple (2nd century BCE)
sure. In 152 BCE, the Hasmonean Jonathan Apphus made a deal with Seleucid royal claimant Alexander Balas where Jonathan was appointed as High Priest. As
Onias_IV
Municipality type D in Quds, State of Palestine
is also mentioned in classical period sources. It was the seat of Jonathan Apphus until 152 BC. According to the Mishnah, Michmas was known for providing
Mukhmas
Location where the Book of Maccabees says Jonathan of the Hasmoneans was killed
Baskama is the place where Jonathan Apphus, the Hasmonean leader of the Judean forces in the Maccabean era from c. 160–143 BCE, was killed by Diodotus
Baskama
2nd-century BCE High Priest of Israel
by some interim priest whose name is lost to history. Eventually, Jonathan Apphus took the position in 152 BCE after securing an alliance with Seleucid
Alcimus
Battles in the Maccabean Revolt
requested the Maccabees return and offer aid. Judas and his brother Jonathan Apphus returned with 8,000 soldiers. They met peaceably with the Nabateans
Maccabee_campaigns_of_163_BC
Governor of Coele-Syria under the Seleucid Empire
the mountains and venture into the plain. In response, the Maccabean Jonathan Apphus and his brother Simon Thassi led a force of 10,000 men against Apollonius's
Apollonius_Taos
Fortress in Eastern Upper Galilee, Israel
historian Josephus describes a battle that took place in Kedesh, in which Jonathan Apphus, brother and successor of Judas Maccabeus, fought the Seleucid king
Qeren_Naftali_fortress
(complete list) – Judas Maccabeus, Leader of the Maccabees (167–160 BC) Jonathan Apphus Leader of the Maccabees (160–152 BC) High Priest (152–143 BC) Simon
List of state leaders in the 2nd century BC
List_of_state_leaders_in_the_2nd_century_BC
2nd century BCE Maccabean revolt leader
called Thassi, Judas called Maccabeus, Eleazar called Avaran, and Jonathan called Apphus. — 1 Maccabees 2:1-5 (RSV-CE) It is usually assumed that the order
John_Gaddi
JONATHAN APPHUS
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Anglicized form of Hebrew Yownathan, JONATHAN means "God has given." In the bible, this is the name of the eldest son of Saul and a close friend of David.
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Gift of Jehovah; Yahweh has Given
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Variant spelling of English Jonathan, JOHNATHON means "God has given."
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given of God
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Jehovah has given. Jehovah's gift. Famous Bearer: Anglo-Irish writer Jonathan Swift...
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Youkhana - Jonathan
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Hebrew name ELNATHAN means "God has given" or "whom God gave." In the bible, this is the name of Jehoiachin's grandfather.
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Jehovah has given. In the bible Jonathan son of King Saul was noted for manliness; generosity and...
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Romanian form of Hebrew Yownathan, IONATAN means "God has given."Â
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Variant spelling of Hebrew Yownathan, YONATAN means "God has given."Â
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Variant spelling of English Jonathan, JONATHON means "God has given."
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Hebrew American
Jehovah has given. In the bible Jonathan son of King Saul was noted for manliness; generosity and...
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(× Ö¸×ªÖ¸×Ÿ) Hebrew name NATHAN means "a giver" or "whom God gave." In the bible, this is the name of many characters, including a son of David. Compare with another form of Nathan.
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(×™ï‹× ָתָן) Contracted form of Hebrew Yehownathan, YOWNATHAN means "God has given." In the bible, this is the name of many characters, including the eldest son of Saul and a close friend of David. Jonathan is the Anglicized form.Â
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Christian & English(British/American/Australian)
A Gift
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Swedish
Swedish form of Hebrew Yownathan, JONATAN means "God has given."
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English
Anglicized form of Hebrew Yehownathan, JEHONATHAN means "God has given." In the bible, this is the name of many characters, including the eldest son of Saul and a close friend of David.
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English
Variant spelling of English Jonathan, JOHNATHAN means "God has given."
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Hebrew American
Jehovah has given. In the bible Jonathan son of King Saul was noted for manliness; generosity and...
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English
 Anglicized form of Greek Natham, NATHAN means "a giver" or "given of God." In the bible, this is the name of a son of David. Compare with another form of Nathan.
JONATHAN APPHUS
JONATHAN APPHUS
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Muslim
Glorious. Powerful.
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Irish
Fair birth; handsome.
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Arabic
Graceful; Pretty
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Egyptian
From Edfu.
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Arabic, Muslim
Owner of the Two Horns; World Conqueror; Epithet of a Just King Mentioned in the Quran
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English
English : variant of Bower.
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Hindu
Leader of fish
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Heroine.
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Tamil
A silk cotton tree
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Assamese, Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Marathi, Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu
Sunshine; First Ray of Sun; Honest; Brilliant
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