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From Israelite to Jew

From Israelite to Jew

By: Michael Satlow
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A history of Israelite and early Jewish history, from the time of the Bible to the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 C.E.


The series was originally created in 2009-10. Due to hosting issues, the availability of new tools, and continuing interest in the topic, I have decided to relaunch it. The content remains the same.


In the time since I created it, I have changed my mind to some extent. You can find my more current thinking in my book, How the Bible Became Holy (Yale University Press).


I strive to make my work free, accessible, and without advertising. Hence, I depend on listener support and generosity to continue to do so. If you feel you have receive something of value from it, please considering making a donation through the link on the homepage of http://www.mlsatlow.com.

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Episodes
  • Return

    Return
    Jun 30 2025

    This episode traces the first two returns from Babylonia to Jerusalem, first under Sheshbazzar and then under the dual leadership of Zerubbabel and Joshua, and the building of the Second Temple (539 BCE - 516).

    I strive to make my work free, accessible, and without advertising. Hence, I depend on listener support and generosity to continue to do so. If you feel you have receive something of value from it, please considering making a donation through the link on the homepage of http://www.mlsatlow.com.
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    31 mins
  • Exile

    Exile
    Jun 30 2025

    This episode discusses the events that led to the destruction of the first temple in Jerusalem in 586 BCE, and the exile of some Judahite families to Babylonia.

    I strive to make my work free, accessible, and without advertising. Hence, I depend on listener support and generosity to continue to do so. If you feel you have receive something of value from it, please considering making a donation through the link on the homepage of http://www.mlsatlow.com.
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    29 mins
  • The Religion of Israel

    The Religion of Israel
    Jun 30 2025

    A discussion of the religion of the ancient Israelites, as reflected in the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) and archaeological finds.

    I strive to make my work free, accessible, and without advertising. Hence, I depend on listener support and generosity to continue to do so. If you feel you have receive something of value from it, please considering making a donation through the link on the homepage of http://www.mlsatlow.com.
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    30 mins
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