Marcus Ambivulus
Roman prefect of Judea from AD 9 to 12
Marcus Ambivulus was the 2nd Roman Prefect of the province of Judea, comprising biblical Judea and Samaria.[1][2]
History
Originally a cavalry officer, he succeeded Coponius in 9 and ruled the area until 12, when he was succeeded by Annius Rufus. Josephus noted his tenure in the Antiquities of the Jews 18.31.
See also
- Roman administration of Judaea (AD 6–135)
- Roman Procurator coinage
References
Marcus Ambivulus Roman Rulers of Judea | ||
Preceded by Coponius | Prefect of Judaea | Succeeded by Annius Rufus |
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