Hellenistic Judaism

Hellenistic Judaism refers to the blending of Jewish religious beliefs with Greek culture and philosophy, which became prominent after Alexander the Great's conquests in the 4th century BCE. As Jews interacted with Greek-speaking societies, they adopted certain aspects of Greek thought while maintaining their core religious traditions. This period saw the creation of important texts, like the Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible known as the Septuagint, and philosophical writings that explored Jewish theology. Hellenistic Judaism played a crucial role in shaping early Christianity and influenced the development of Jewish thought in the subsequent centuries.