Israelite History

The Israelite history traces back to ancient Semitic tribes in the Middle East, originating around 2000 BCE. They became a distinct people through the stories of patriarchs like Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and later formed the kingdom of Israel around 1000 BCE. Over centuries, they experienced conquest, exile, and return, notably with the destruction of the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem. Their history is marked by religious development, including the foundational beliefs of Judaism, and enduring resilience despite political upheavals. This legacy shapes their cultural and religious identity today within modern Israel and the global Jewish community.