Benjamin of Tiberias was a man of immense wealth, who enlisted and armed many soldiers during the Jewish revolt against Heraclius in the 7th century Palaestina province of the Byzantine Empire.
Later, they were joined by the Jews of the southern parts of the country; and supported by a band of Arabs, the united forces took Jerusalem in 614 CE.
Benjamin was one of the leaders of the revolt, actively participating in the Persian siege and capture of Jerusalem in 614.
The conquered city and the Holy Cross would remain in Sasanian hands until they were returned by Shahrbaraz.
[9] According to Eutychius (887-940), the Christians population and monks of Jerusalem convinced the Emperor to break his word.