Question

The Arch of Titus shows the military triumphs of Titus returning after the successful conclusion of the Jewish wars in 70 CE. Which of the following was also included in the sculptural program for the Arch of Titus?

a. Scenes from Roman mythology
b. Portraits of Julius Caesar
c. Images of daily life in ancient Rome
d. Depictions of the Roman sack of Jerusalem

Answer 1

The Arch of Titus includes depictions of the Roman sack of Jerusalem, commemorating their victory after the Jewish wars in 70 CE.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Arch of Titus is a monument that commemorates the victory of Emperor Titus and his father Vespasian over the Jewish rebellion in Judaea. Besides scenes of Roman triumph, the sculptural program of the Arch of Titus includes depictions of the Roman sack of Jerusalem. Particularly notable is a relief that portrays the Romans carrying the spoils from the Second Temple in Jerusalem, including the Menorah, during their triumphal procession. This inclusion serves as a powerful reminder of the conquest of Jerusalem and the impact of the Roman victory on Jewish history.