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The rulers of these kingdoms were Greeks, but from Macedonia rather than classical Athens. Their Greek-style cities were not independent city-states: they received their status from kings who expected loyalty, tribute and military support.
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Efron, Lehmann and Weitzman. The Jews: A History. 3rd edition. New York and Abingdon: Routledge, 2019.
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