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[[Image:Judea_1_by_David_Shankbone.jpg|Judea 1 by David Shankbone|thumb]] [[File:Broken_columns_seen_above_regional_highway_375.jpg|Broken columns seen above regional highway 375|thumb|left]] [[Image:Valley_of_Elah-Med_woodland.jpg|Valley of Elah-Med woodland|thumb]] [[File:Levant_830.svg|left|Levant 830|thumb]] [[File:1stMithritadicwar89BC.svg|left|1stMithritadicwar89BC|thumb]] '''Judea''' or '''Judaea''' is an ancient, historical region located in the [[Middle East]], primarily situated in the southern part of modern-day [[Israel]] and the [[West Bank]]. It has played a central role in the religious, cultural, and political history of the [[Jewish people]], as well as being significant in [[Christianity]] and [[Islam]]. The name Judea is derived from the Hebrew ''Yehudah'', meaning "land of the [[Jews]]" or "land of Judah", referring to the [[Kingdom of Judah]] which existed in the area in ancient times.

==History==
Judea's history is marked by numerous pivotal events and periods, from its early settlement, through its development into a [[monarchy]] under biblical figures such as [[King David]] and [[King Solomon]], to its conquest and occupation by a succession of empires including the [[Babylonian Empire]], the [[Persian Empire]], the [[Hellenistic kingdoms]] following [[Alexander the Great]]'s conquests, and the [[Roman Empire]].

===Biblical Judea===
In the biblical context, Judea was the region inhabited by the tribe of Judah, one of the twelve tribes of [[Israel]]. It became a significant political and cultural center for the Jewish people, with the city of [[Jerusalem]] serving as the spiritual and political capital. The [[First Temple]], built by Solomon, and the [[Second Temple]], rebuilt after the Babylonian exile, were located in Jerusalem and served as the center of Jewish worship.

===Roman Judea===
Under Roman rule, Judea was initially a client kingdom, but it was later turned into a Roman province. This period was marked by social unrest, [[Jewish-Roman wars]], and significant cultural developments. The most famous revolt, the [[Great Jewish Revolt]] (66-73 CE), led to the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE, a pivotal event in Jewish history that has deeply influenced Jewish religious and cultural practices.

==Geography==
Judea is characterized by its varied geography, including the [[Judean Hills]], the [[Judean Desert]], and the fertile lands in its western part. The region is bordered by the [[Mediterranean Sea]] to the west, the [[Jordan River]] to the east, [[Samaria]] to the north, and the [[Negev desert]] to the south.

==Cultural and Religious Significance==
Judea holds profound religious significance for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. For Judaism, it is the heartland of the Jewish people, containing the holy city of Jerusalem and the site of the Temples. For Christianity, Judea is significant as the birthplace of [[Jesus Christ]] and the setting of many events in the [[New Testament]]. In Islam, the region is revered due to its association with many prophets and its proximity to [[Al-Aqsa Mosque]] in Jerusalem, considered the third holiest site in Islam.

==Modern Times==
In contemporary terms, the historical region of Judea is part of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with both Israelis and Palestinians claiming historical and religious ties to the land. The term "Judea" is often used in modern political discourse, particularly in Israel, to refer to parts of the West Bank, which is subject to ongoing disputes and negotiations between Israel and the [[Palestinian territories]].

[[Category:Historical regions]]
[[Category:Middle East]]
[[Category:Jewish history]]
[[Category:Biblical places]]
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