Benjamin Isaac
#216515 Most Popular
About
Known for his research and publications on the topics of Roman, Greek, and Jewish history, this Tel Aviv University ancient history professor held memberships in both the American Philosophical Society and the Israel Academy of Sciences and Humanities.
Before Fame
After graduating from the University of Amsterdam, he began his teaching career in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Trivia
He was a 2008 recipient of the prestigious Israel Prize.
Family Life
Though born in Geneva, Switzerland, he spent his childhood in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and later settled in Israel. His marriage resulted in three children.
Associated With
He and Nur Masalha both became prominent Israeli historians.
