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The Cyrus Cylinder proves Israels return to the levant from Babylon
Various Assyrian inscription prove the deportations in the first place.
Sennacherib's Prism (Taylor Prism): This inscription, created during the reign of King Sennacherib (reigned 705–681 BCE), provides an account of his campaigns, including his siege of Jerusalem during the reign of King Hezekiah. While this inscription doesn't explicitly mention the deportation of the Israelites, it establishes the context of Assyrian campaigns in the region and their interactions with the Kingdom of Judah.
Sargon II's Inscriptions: King Sargon II (reigned 722–705 BCE) carried out the conquest and exile of the Northern Kingdom of Israel. The inscriptions known as the "Annals of Sargon II" provide information about his campaigns, including the capture of Samaria, the capital of Israel, and the exile of its population. One such inscription is the "Khorsabad Inscription."
Annals of Tiglath-Pileser III: King Tiglath-Pileser III (reigned 745–727 BCE) initiated a series of campaigns that weakened the Northern Kingdom of Israel and laid the groundwork for its eventual fall. His inscriptions detail the capture of various Israelite territories and the imposition of tribute.
Annals of Shalmaneser V and Sargon II: These inscriptions continue the narrative of the fall of Samaria and the deportation of Israelites. They mention the capture of the city and the exile of its inhabitants.
The Black Obelisk of Shalmaneser III: This obelisk contains a depiction of Jehu, the king of Israel, bowing before Shalmaneser III, indicating his submission and payment of tribute to the Assyrians.
