Herodias was a princess of the Herodian dynasty of Judaea during the time of the Roman Empire. Christian writings connect her with the execution of John the Baptist.

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Born: 15 BC, 8 BC
Died: 39

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Herodias was a princess of the Herodian dynasty of Judaea during the time of the Roman Empire. Christian writings connect her with the execution of John the Baptist.

Read the full article →

Born: 15 BC, 8 BC
Died: 39