The Roots of Israel and Judah
Tides of History
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Uncovering Ancient Idiosyncrasies
The ancient world was full of idiosyncrasies, and accessing literature about kings from various regions could significantly alter our understanding of history. The complexities and richness of ancient Israel reveal gaps in our knowledge. The development of the in-between space and its inhabitants mainly occurred during the Iron Age, with roots in the late Bronze Age. The term 'Canaan' encompassed regions such as Phylistia, Phoenicia, Israel, Judah, Moab, and Aedom, with the concept persisting over a long period but evolving in meaning and territorial delineation. The term 'Canaanites' was a generic term used to describe the diverse population of the region.
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