Creator Bio
Sebeos
7th Century
Sebeos is the name given to the otherwise unknown author of a seventh-century history of Armenia. In his history, Sebeos appears to be describing events that happened during his lifetime or only slightly before. His biblical references and mentions of events relevant to the Christian community suggest that he was a member of the clergy.
Content by Sebeos
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The Fate of the Jews of Cappadocia
History 33
[ . . . ] In the 20th year of King Khosrow Shahēn made an incursion, raiding the regions of the west and reaching Caesarea of Cappadocia. Then the Christian inhabitants of the city left the city and…
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