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A Popular Dictionary of Judaism

HABIRU

An ethnic group mentioned in ancient middle eastern sources. The *Tel el Amarna letters (15th/14th Century BCE) in particular portray them as bands of bandits who attack local townships. The precise relationship, between the Habiru and the Hebrews is the subject of much scholarly speculation.

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Habiru from A Popular Dictionary of Judaism. ISBN: 0-203-98620-2. Published: 2005–05–04. ©2009 Taylor and Francis. All rights reserved.



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