Definition: Utsnets are a term in biblical history, meaning "underlings" or "little ones," used to refer to a group of Jewish rebels who rebelled against the Roman Empire at the end of the First Crusade. The term was originally applied to individuals rather than to groups of people; hence the plural form. The word utsnet refers to the idea that individuals or groups were not always treated with respect, and it often carries negative connotations. In biblical times, this phrase might have been used in reference to a group of Jewish rebels who rebelled against Roman rule, even though they did not participate in an organized military campaign like later crusaders. The term utsnet comes from the Hebrew word "ut" meaning "under," which is often used figuratively as a noun for something that belongs to someone under their authority. This usage emphasizes that individuals or groups had little influence over how things were done, much as the Roman Empire did not have absolute control over Jewish affairs. The term utsnet was commonly used in biblical times to express negative views of leadership and governance, especially those who ruled without a democratic process. The term suggests that underlings could be unproductive and even destructive, akin to "underlings" or "little ones."

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