Category:Gratus (subject)
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Valerius Gratus was the Roman governor of Judea, from 15 CE to 26 CE.
Biography
In 15 CE Valerius Gratus succeeded Annius Rufus as the Roman Prefect of Judea. His tenure was characterized by the many changes he made in the appointment of the high priesthood. In 26 CE Pontius Pilate took Gratus' place.
Gratus in ancient sources
Josephus' works are the major source of information on Valerius Gratus.
Gratus in Scholarship
Gratus in Fiction
Ben-Hur is accused of attempted murder when a tile accidentally falls from the roof of his house on Gratus.
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