WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

	Enter your search terms Submit search form
	Web www.wordnet-online.com

Definitions from WordNet

Definitions from the Web

Babylonian Captivity

Definition: The period from 605 to 539 BCE during which the ancient Kingdom of Judah was conquered by the Babylonians and its people were taken into exile in Babylon.

Part of Speech: Noun phrase

Senses:

1. Historical event: The forced exile and captivity of the people of Jerusalem and Judah by the Babylonians.
2. (Figurative) State of being trapped or confined against one's will.

Sample Sentences:

• During the Babylonian Captivity, the Israelites longed for their homeland and awaited liberation.
• After the defeat, many inhabitants of Jerusalem were taken into Babylonian captivity, depriving them of their land and freedom.
• The Babylonian captivity left a lasting impact on the culture, religion, and traditions of the exiled Jewish population.
• Living in a toxic relationship can feel like a personal Babylonian captivity, devoid of joy and freedom.

Related Products: Explore more about the Babylonian Captivity by checking out these related products on Amazon:

• Books on Babylonian Captivity
• Movies on Babylonian Captivity
• Documentaries on Babylonian Captivity