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1: Place-Name Transformations in Israel: From Foreign Designations to Hebrew Restoration
1. Introduction Israel’s geographical names represent a rich tapestry of linguistic, cultural, and political history. Over millennia, the region has been ruled by a succession…
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2: Imperial Place Names in Israel That Persisted Without Hebrew Restoration
1. Introduction While many place names in Israel have undergone restoration or Hebraisation after periods of foreign rule, several historically significant locations have notably retained…
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3: Toponymy and Identity: The Role of Place Names in National and Religious Identity Formation
1. Introduction Place names—or toponyms—serve far more than a practical geographic function; they are potent symbols of cultural heritage, collective memory, and political identity. In…
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4: The Impact of Successive Empires on the Cultural Landscape of Israel
1. Introduction Israel’s cultural landscape is a mosaic shaped by millennia of imperial rule. The region has been successively governed by empires—Babylonian, Persian, Greek, Roman,…
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5: Arabic and Hebrew Place Names: Linguistic Layers and Cultural Interaction
1. Introduction The land of Israel is characterised by a rich tapestry of place names reflecting its complex linguistic and cultural history. Hebrew and Arabic…
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6: Biblical Geography and Archaeology: Correlating Ancient Texts with Modern Sites
1. Introduction Biblical geography and archaeology form a vital interdisciplinary field that seeks to identify and understand the physical locations mentioned in ancient texts. Correlating…
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7: The Revival of Hebrew Place Names in the 20th Century: Zionism and Language Policy
1. Introduction The revival of Hebrew place names in the 20th century represents a significant cultural and political movement, closely tied to the rise of…
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8: Place Names and Conflict: How Geography Shapes Territorial Disputes in Israel and Palestine
1. Introduction Place names in Israel and Palestine are not only markers of geography but also potent symbols within ongoing territorial and political conflicts. This…
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9: Religious Significance of Natural Landmarks: Mountains, Rivers, and Sacred Spaces in Israel
1. Introduction Natural landmarks in Israel—such as mountains, rivers, and other geographic features—have profound religious and cultural significance. This article explores how these features are…
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10: Historical Cartography of the Holy Land: Evolution of Maps and Place Names
1. Introduction The cartographic representation of the Holy Land has undergone significant evolution over the millennia, reflecting shifting political realities, evolving religious perspectives, and advancements…
