How did Judaism change under Babylonian and Persian rule? What happened in 538 B. C. that made it possible for the Jews to return to Judah from exile?
Why do you think so many Jews chose to stay in Babylon after Cyrus let them return to Judah?
How did Cyrus's views on religion help Judaism survive?

In 538 BCE King Cyrus made a public declaration granting the Jews the right to return to Judah and rebuild the Temple in Jerusalem. In the year 586 BCE, King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylonia conquered the city of Jerusalem, destroyed the Temple and sent many of the inhabitants of Judah into exile.

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