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Tiberius
A person of the New Testament era, first named at Matthew 22:17.
What we know — and how we know it
Bible — stated in scripture (with verse) · 1
Archaeology — physical evidence · 1
Life, role & deeds
BibleJohn the Baptist began his ministry 'in the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar'.
Luke 3:1
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ArchaeologyThe silver denarius of Tiberius is widely identified with the 'tribute penny' Jesus was shown; his reign is fixed to AD 14–37 by Roman records.
Silver denarius of Tiberius, the 'tribute penny' type (PONTIF MAXIM reverse, seated female/Livia as Pax), Lugdunum mint: RIC I² Tiberius no. 30; reign AD 14–37 per Tacitus, Annals, and Suetonius, Tiberius.