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Roman census under Quirinius

The historical event of a Roman census conducted under Quirinius, which is mentioned as a point of chronological discrepancy with the Gospel accounts of Jesus' birth.

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Was Bethlehem under Roman rule when Jesus was born

Yes: was within the orbit of Roman rule during the generation when is traditionally placed, governed under Roman authority via client kings such as and exposed to imperial administration like censuses...