Culture of the Non-jewish Population of Judea in the Hellenistic Period: A Case Study of the ‘Sidonian’ Burial Cave in Maresha

Archaeological analysis of the 'Sidonian' burial cave in Maresha, Israel, reveals insights into the culture and identity of a non-Jewish population during the Hellenistic period. The study highlights the presence of Greek and Phoenician influences, with Greek language widely used in daily life alongside Araboid elements, indicating a complex cultural landscape. The cave's decoration, featuring exotic animals labeled in Greek, suggests an attempt by the family to emphasize their Greek education and status. The research also sheds light on the interactions between local communities, including Iduomeans, Arabs-Nabateans, and Egyptians, as evidenced by burial records and graffiti.

Korzakova, H. B. (2025). CULTURE OF THE NON-JEWISH POPULATION OF JUDEA IN THE HELLENISTIC PERIOD: A CASE STUDY OF THE ‘SIDONIAN’ BURIAL CAVE IN MARESHA. “Scientific Notes of V. I. Vernadsky Taurida National University”, Series: “Philology. Journalism”, 2(2), 1–7. https://doi.org/10.32782/2710-4656/2025.2.2/01