[quote=The Nexerus]
I don't think Israel under the Roman Empire is at all comparable to the Thirteen Colonies under Great Britain.
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Israel was land under the control of the Roman Empire. They detested their rulers. They had no ability to vote in Rome's senate unless they went out to gain Roman citizenship. 

It's not the same definitely. But there are similarities to be found.

@Dedonus I agree. That's why it irritates me.