The Great Sanhedrin was finally disbanded in 425 CE after continued persecution by the Eastern Roman Empire. Over the centuries, there have been attempts to revive the institution, such as the Grand Sanhedrin convened by Napoleon Bonaparte, and modern attempts in Israel.

Is there still a Sanhedrin today?

The Sanhedrin is traditionally viewed as the last institution which commanded universal authority among the Jewish people in the long chain of tradition from Moses until the present day. Since its dissolution in 358 CE, there has been no universally recognized authority within Jewish law (Halakha).

When did the Sanhedrin end?

The Great Sanhedrin ceased to exist at Jerusalem after the disastrous rebellion against Rome in ad 66–70.