Herod Antipas

Herod Antipas was a Roman tetrarch who ruled over the provinces of Galilee and Perea from 4 BC to 39 AD. He was a member of the Herodian dynasty and was known for his brutal suppression of Jewish rebels. Herod Antipas was also infamous for his persecution of John the Baptist, who was beheaded on his orders. He was a complex figure who was both a ruthless leader and a patron of the arts. Herod Antipas was a key figure in the history of the Roman Empire and played a significant role in the events leading up to the birth of Jesus.