The Babylonian Captivity had a profound influence on the subsequent development of Judaism. Practices emphasized during exile—including observance of the Sabbath, prayer, circumcision, dietary laws, and study of the Torah—remained important in the tradition even after the return and the rebuilding of the Temple. The exile also shaped the textual tradition of the Hebrew Bible, strengthened monotheism, and encouraged renewed emphasis on Torah and Jewish law. In addition, many Jews remained in Babylonia after 538 bce, helping establish an enduring Jewish Diaspora outside Judaea.
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