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Phoenicia
Where was Phoenicia and why was it important? Find out now. Learn more about the ancient land of Phoenicia and the role that it played in ancient times. The ancient Greeks were probably the first to use the name “Phoenicia” to refer to a specific area of Canaan. Around 1300 B.C., the name Canaan was used to describe the area along…
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Persia
After Babylon fell, Persia became a major power in the Ancient Near East. Find out what influence Persia had on the people of Israel in the Bible. Persia— now modern-day Iran— was a key country of power during biblical times. Learn about the role it played and the people who were tied to it. Ancient Persia was similar in size and…
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Israel
In the Old Testament Jacob’s descendents grew into the nation of Israel, God’s chosen people who lived in covenant with him. Read more about the origin and history of this nation. The Name. The Hebrew word for “Israel” means “one who wrestles with God” or “May God join in the struggle!” The second meaning implies “May God defeat the forces…
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Assyria
Assyria controlled a powerful army known for its cruelty. Eventually the Assyrian army defeated the northern kingdom of Israel. Find out more here. Does Assyria have a link to the conflict going on today? Take a look back in time and see where this ancient land fits into the puzzle.Ancient Assyria was located north of Babylonia in the valley between…
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Babylon
Babylon was a powerful kingdom in the Ancient Near Eastern world that conquered Judah and sent the people into exile. But Babylon is also an important image that appears in the New Testament. Read more about the significance of Babylon here.What does this ancient city have to do with today’s world? See what part it played during biblical times, then…
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