This collection of essays explores new ways of understanding the Babylonian Exile and the return to Yehud - a formative period in ancient Judaism. Drawing among others on new materials from cuneiform texts; the contributions study how Judean and other exiles interacted with the host society and vice versa; the way in which various biblical books reflect Babylonian culture; and the return migration to Jerusalem.
#777422 in Books 2016-07-12Original language:English 8.90 x 1.10 x 6.00l; .0 #File Name: 1944686959404 pages
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy Tracy E. StitesCertainly two interesting; but conflicting sides to a fascinating chapter of history.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. but I must say that I enjoyed it tooBy Sandra J. GunterThis was a gift for my husband; but I must say that I enjoyed it too. We both read "The Echo of the Black Horn" years ago. This has two great stories for the price of one.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I saw the movie and this is on my to ...By N. L. BelcherI saw the movie and this is on my to read list about a little known history in the south
