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March 22, 2026International Journal of Kurdish Studies

Resistence to Greco-Roman Culture in the Ancient Middle East

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ABAviva Butt

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This article defends Aviva Butt's translation of biblical texts and Soran Hamarash's historical insights, suggesting cultural resilience.

Key Points

  • The article aims to explore resistance against Greco-Roman cultural influences in the Ancient Middle East.
  • Analysis of Aviva Butt’s book on biblical translation.
  • Critique of Soran Hamarash’s historical account of the Kurds.
  • Examination of primary sources including the Hebrew Bible.
  • Discussion of historical alliances between the Adiabenes and Judeans.
  • Highlights cultural resistance to Greco-Roman influences.
  • Demonstrates the significance of primary sources in understanding history.
  • Reveals the alliance dynamics between ancient groups like the proto-Kurds and Judeans.

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Aviva Butt (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69bf89a9f665edcd009e9866https://doi.org/10.21600/ijoks.1855094
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