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Information on the second Jewish revolt, also known as the Bar Kochba Revolt after the epithet of the Jewish leader opposing Hadrian.
From Jesus to Christ
Michael White (scroll past the first revolt and Masaba) explains the significance of Bar Kochba ("son of the star") and the revolt in the split between Jews and Christians.
The Jewish Revolt Game
Instructions for playing a learning game based on the Bar Kochba revolt, for ages 11-13.

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