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The historical books of the Old Testament cover the rise and fall of great empires in the region, from ancient Babylonia to Chaldean Babylonians. Throughout the course of history, Israel is often a small side issue, with few rare occasions where the narrative leans towards them. Interestingly, in the ancient world, nations would often view two nations at war as a battle between two deities, making religion and worship integral to their conflicts.
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