Centrality Practiced: Jerusalem in the Religious Practice of Yehud and the Diaspora in the Persian Period (Archaeology and Biblical Studies, 16)
Centrality Practiced explores Jerusalem's pivotal role in the religious practices of Yehud and the Jewish Diaspora during the Persian Period. Through archaeological and biblical lenses, Melody D. Knowles illuminates how this central city influenced devotion and identity across dispersed communities, offering fresh insights into ancient Jewish life.
About This Book
The book delves into the religious significance of Jerusalem within the context of Yehud and the Diaspora during the Persian Period. It analyzes how practices centered on this holy city influenced Jewish communities dispersed across the empire.
Drawing from archaeological evidence and biblical texts, the author investigates the interplay between local traditions in Yehud and broader diasporic expressions of faith. This exploration highlights Jerusalem's enduring role as a spiritual focal point.
The study contributes to the Archaeology and Biblical Studies series by providing insights into historical religious dynamics. It offers a nuanced understanding of how geography and history intertwined in shaping religious identity.
Readers interested in ancient Near Eastern history will find this volume a valuable resource for its focused examination of Persian-era Judaism.
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