The Book of Jeremiah (jan 2, 622 BC – jan 1, 587 BC)
Description:
Jeremiah is dated to this period because it discusses:Failure of Josiah’s Reform
Egypt/Babylon power struggle
Exile – Mass Deportations
Destruction of Jerusalem/Temple
Jeremiah was of the priestly family of Anathoth, and he condemned the people of Judah for a variety of perversions.
Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 2, 622 BC
jan 1, 587 BC
~ 35 years