# Jonathan Apphus - High Priest and leader of the Hasmonean rebels

URL: https://allhistories.com/palestine/rulers/jonathan-apphus
Period: 160–143 BCE
Number in the list: 94
Dynasty: Hasmonean state and Judean revolts
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_Apphus

Jonathan succeeded Judas, received the high priesthood from Alexander Balas in 152 BCE and expanded Maccabean influence. He was captured and killed by Trypho.

## Succession
- Previous in list: [Judas Maccabeus](https://allhistories.com/palestine/rulers/judas-maccabeus)
- Next in list: [Antiochus VII Sidetes](https://allhistories.com/palestine/rulers/antiochus-vii-sidetes)