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The Temple's destruction, the transfer of leadership to Babylon, and the Persian return to Israel reflect the larger political conflicts of the ancient world.

Son of King David, builder of the Temple, author of three biblical works and the wisest of men, Solomon looms large in Jewish tradition — and beyond.

Joshua and Judges present different versions of the Israelite conquest.

A biblical scholar reviews the historical claims of the biblical book of Exodus.

Where do Jews come from?

Palestine goes Greek.

24 years, three empires, and one new faith in Palestine

The original diaspora community.

During the Hellenistic and Roman periods, Jews established communities in new regions, from Antioch to Alexandria.

Jewish factions rebel against Roman rule in Palestine.