Jewish History

Jewish history is the history of the Jews, and their religion and culture, as it developed and interacted with other peoples, religions and cultures. Jewish history is over 4,000 years long and includes hundreds of different populations.

Read more about Jewish History:  Time Periods in Jewish History, Roman Rule in The Land of Israel (63 BCE – 324 CE), Early Modern Period, 19th Century, 21st Century, Jewish History By Country or Region

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