Judah and the Judeans in the Neo-Babylonian Period

Judah and the Judeans in the Neo-Babylonian Period, Volume 1, provides a scholarly examination of the decades preceding the Persian conquests in the late 6th century. This academic work in ancient history and Jewish religion presents the findings of an international conference held at Tel Aviv University. The text focuses on the complex social and political landscape of the era through the lens of biblical criticism and interpretation.

The content is divided into five thematic sections covering the myth of the empty land, priesthood, and government structures. It incorporates archaeological perspectives on the 6th century B.C.E. and analyzes the experiences of exiles in Egypt and Babylonia. This volume serves as a detailed resource for those studying the Old Testament, Judaism, and the historical development of the Judean people during the Neo-Babylonian period.