1800 BCE - 586 BCE. Ancient Israel emerged in the Levant, with its people developing early monotheistic beliefs centered around Yahweh. Their history is recorded in the Hebrew Bible, which documents their struggles and covenant with their god.
Mythological creatures like the Leviathan and Behemoth were central to Israelite stories, symbolizing the power of chaos and divine control over nature. This period also saw the rise of prophetic figures like Moses.