Digging Through History and Unearthing Ancient Wonders with Jodi Magness
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Jewish-Christian Dynamics in the 5th Century
This chapter explores the historical complexities between Jewish and Christian communities around the year 400, highlighting the coexistence of material prosperity and spiritual yearning within Jewish life. It contrasts archaeological evidence of thriving synagogues with contemporary sentiments from mosaics, and discusses the limitations of relying solely on rabbinic literature for understanding Jewish history. Additionally, the chapter examines dating techniques used in archaeology to better contextualize these findings within the broader narrative of Jewish life during the decline of the Roman Empire.
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