Question

look at the timeline of important events in early jewish history.


what date on the timeline marks the beginning of the jewish diaspora?

a. 1200 BCE
b. 900 BCE
c. 722 BCE
d. 587 BCE*

Answer 1

The timeline marking the beginning of the Jewish diaspora is generally associated with the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem, which occurred in 586 BCE. This led to the Babylonian Exile, where many Jews were taken captive and dispersed. Therefore, the correct answer is:

d. 587 BCE