The Emperor Claudius required Jewish people to leave Rome in A.D. 49 primarily to prevent riots in the streets. Tensions between Jewish and non-Jewish populations had escalated, leading to disturbances. Claudius’s action aimed to maintain public order in the city.
Why did the Emperor Claudius require Jewish people to leave Rome in A.D. 49?
to increase tax revenue for the empire
to ease overcrowding.to establish Roman colonies in recently conquered territory
to prevent riots in the streets
to promote the repopulation of Palestine
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