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The Babylonians destroyed the First Temple in Jerusalem from "summary" of A History of Israel and the Holy Land by Michael Avi-Yonah
The destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem was a significant event in the history of Israel and the Holy Land. The Babylonians, under the rule of King Nebuchadnezzar, besieged the city of Jerusalem in 586 BCE. The Babylonian army was powerful and well-equipped, and they were able to breach the city's defenses and enter Jerusalem. Once inside the city, the Babylonians laid waste to the Temple, destroying it completely. The Temple was the center of religious life for the Jewish people, and its destruction was a devastating blow. The Babylonians looted the Temple, taking its treasures and sacred objects. They also set fire to the Temple, reducing it to rubble. The destruction of the Temple marked the end of an era for the Jewish people, as they were now without a central place of worship. The Babylonians also carried off many of the inhabitants of Jerusalem into exile in Babylon. This event, known as the Babylonian Captivity, had a profound impact on the Jewish people. It was during this time that the Jewish exiles began to develop a sense of national identity and a renewed commitment to their faith. The destruction of the First Temple was a turning point in the history of Israel and the Holy Land. It marked the end of the independent kingdom of Judah and the beginning of a period of foreign domination. The Babylonian conquest of Jerusalem and the destruction of the Temple had long-lasting consequences for the Jewish people, shaping their identity and religious practices for centuries to come.
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