The Life of Flavius Josephus

Flavius Josephus was a historian who penned an autobiographical account, known as The Life of Flavius Josephus, around 94-99 CE. This text served as a supplement to his broader historical work, Antiquities of the Jews, and delved into the events surrounding the First Jewish-Roman War. Through this autobiography, Josephus revisited key moments from his past, providing a personal perspective on the significant historical events in which he was involved.

The Life of Flavius Josephus also functioned as a rebuttal to criticisms leveled against him by Justus of Tiberias, a contemporary whose writings have not survived to the present day. As a result, Josephus's autobiography remains the primary source of information about the allegations made by Justus, offering valuable insights into the intellectual and historical debates of the time. By examining his own life and experiences, Josephus aimed to set the record straight and provide a more nuanced understanding of his role in the First Jewish-Roman War.