Simon II (High Priest)

Simon II (219–199 BCE) was a Jewish High Priest during the time of the Second Temple. He was the son of Onias II. Some identify him with Simeon the Just.

He is also mentioned in 3 Maccabees, chapter 2.

Jewish titles
Preceded by
Onias II
High Priest of Israel
Late 3rd or early 2nd century BC
Succeeded by
Onias III
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