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70

Bethennabris, on the Jordan River, opposite Jericho, now Jordan. After several clashes with the Romans, the Jews retreat from Bethennabris toward Jericho, but the Jordan River blocks their path. A rare pitched battle ensues in the Jewish revolt. 15,000 fall under the Romans’ fire. The river will carry bodies for several days. The encirclement of Jerusalem is complete.