While Mark Antony was in Bithynia about 41 BCE, accusations were brought before him against the two brothers, who were objects of hatred to many Jews, but the shrewd Herod succeeded in obtaining the dismissal of the charges. It was impossible, however, for the Sanhedrin to rest content with the administrations of Herod and Phasael; and charges were again brought against them before Antony at Antioch.
While Mark Antony was in Bithynia around 41 BCE, allegations were filed against the two brothers, who were widely despised by many Jews, but the cunning Herod managed to get the charges dropped. However, it was impossible for the Sanhedrin to be satisfied with Herod and Phasael's rule; and more accusations were brought against them before Antony at Antioch.