Simon Thassi

Judean independence achieved - Simon negotiates end of Seleucid tribute, 'yoke of Gentiles' lifted, coins minted

Acra fortress falls - Simon captures last Seleucid stronghold in Jerusalem, complete control achieved

Simon declared Prince and High Priest - assembly makes position hereditary, Hasmonean dynasty formally established

Simon assassinated at Jericho - killed with two sons by son-in-law Ptolemy at banquet, John Hyrcanus escapes