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Strange Gods

Word & Table

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Transformation Through Exile

This chapter examines Israel's historical and religious evolution from the era of the Judges to the aftermath of the Babylonian exile. It highlights the exile as a pivotal purification process that reinforced Jewish identity and deepened engagement with sacred texts. The discussion underscores the emergence of new communal practices and warns against the risks of neo-paganism in maintaining faith.

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