The Sardis Synagogue, dating to c. 200 C.E., reveals a thriving Jewish community in Roman Asia Minor devoted to Jehovah amid Greco-Roman culture.
The Sardis Synagogue — c. 200 C.E.
The Samaria Papyri — c. 310–290 B.C.E.
Ancient Aramaic papyri from Samaria reveal the survival of Yahwistic Israelite culture, law, and faith during the early Hellenistic period.
The Elephantine Papyri — c. 495–399 B.C.E.
The Elephantine Papyri reveal a faithful Jewish community in Egypt worshiping Jehovah during the Persian period, confirming Scripture’s historical accuracy.
The Uniqueness of Israel’s Religion—Distinctiveness of Old Testament Faith
This article discusses the distinctives of Old Testament faith, including its monotheistic and exclusivistic nature, the transcendent and self-sufficient nature of God, the divine election and covenant relationship between God and His people, and the true worship that arises from the heart rather than ritualistic manipulation. It also covers Israelite history from the birth of the nation to the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 C.E.
