Babylon

Babylon

*Biblical Background of Roles & Realms

Babylon, Biblical Culture, Biblical Social Perception

1. Name / Role Babylon 2. Category Nations / Peoples 3. Time Period / Biblical Context Babylon appears throughout the Bible—from early references in Genesis to major prominence in the prophetic books and Revelation. Its historical significance peaks during the Babylonian Empire’s conquest of Judah and the subsequent exile in…
8.2 Stories of Babylon

*Bible Summary – by Thematics

Babylon, Nations and People Groups

🔹 Story 1: The Tower of Babel – The Origin of Babylon Main Characters: People of the earth, GodStory Summary: After the flood, humanity united to build a tower reaching the heavens in rebellion against God. He confused their language and scattered them—Babel became a symbol of pride and divine…
PART VI: Babylonian Exile and Persian Return (586–332 BCE)

*Israel – Abraham to Modern, Politics

Babylon, Israel, Jews, Judah, Persian

Babylonian Captivity Historical Context and DeportationsThe Babylonian Captivity, or Exile, marks a decisive and traumatic period in the history of ancient Israel. Following the destruction of Jerusalem and Solomon’s Temple in 586 BCE by King Nebuchadnezzar II, the Southern Kingdom of Judah ceased to exist as a sovereign state. A…