This fragment often traced back to Tacitus (found embedded in a later Latin work) would confirm such an attitude or policy during the war, on the part of Vespasian and/or Titus:
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Even if not authentic to Tacitus, or if invented speech, the decision itself says nearly as much.
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It is said that Titus first called a council and deliberated whether he should destroy such a mighty temple. For some thought that a consecrated shrine, which was famous beyond all other works of men, ought not to be razed, arguing that its preservation would bear witness to the moderation of Rome, while its destruction would for ever brand her cruelty. Yet others, including Titus himself, opposed, holding the destruction of this temple to be a prime necessity in order to wipe out more completely the religion of the Jews ...
Even if not authentic to Tacitus, or if invented speech, the decision itself says nearly as much.
Statistics: Posted by Peter Kirby — Sun Nov 17, 2024 2:23 am