Ancient Near East
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The Fall of Babylon and the Dawn of Persian Rule
Explore the dramatic fall of Babylon to Persian control, marking the end of Mesopotamian dominance and the beginning of Achaemenid rule in 539 BC.
Development of Hebrew Monotheism
Explore the evolution of Hebrew monotheism from polytheistic roots to exclusive worship of Yahweh over centuries.
The Emergence of Ancient Israelite Identity Amidst Dynastic Turmoil
Explore the rise of ancient Israelite identity amidst regional instability, migrations, and cultural shifts in Canaan around 1200 BCE.