The intersection of Rome and Judea is one that has filled libraries. They are literally fighting right now in Judea/Israel. That part of the world has been in a constant state of war and violence for 6,000 years. I happen to be a Christian and I have thought the same thing. I am waiting to post on this subject as it will surely agitate many. Even the Romans left Judea as a protectorate until Titus. Vespasian would have done the same but he was busy cleaning up the mess after Nero and the year of the Three Emperors.
It’s all so fascinating. I just love Roman history, this particular era.
I look forward to your post on it.