Barkokebas, the False Messiah
Barkokebas or Barchochebas was an impostor who proclaimed himself the Jewish Messiah during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (Adrian). Originally a highway robber, he changed his name from Barkoziba (son of deceit) to Barkokebas (son of the star) and claimed to be the star foretold by Balaam. Barkokebas performed miracles, including purportedly vomiting fire through … Read more