Bible Timeline

Exile in Babylon

586–538 BC
Key figures DanielEzekielJeremiah

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  1. The Babylonian Exile Begins

    Nebuchadnezzar's first invasion takes Daniel and others to Babylon.

    605 BC Dan. 1, 2 Kings 24

  2. Jerusalem Falls and the Temple Is Destroyed

    Babylon captures Jerusalem and burns Solomon's temple.

    586 BC 2 Kings 25, Lam. 1

  3. Daniel in the Lions' Den

    Daniel continues to pray despite the royal ban and is rescued from the lions.

    539 BC (approx.) Dan. 6