Pomiędzy pogaństwem a judaizmem. Poganie w synagodze diaspory w okresie panowania rzymskiego, w świetle świadectw literackich i archeologicznych pierwszych wieków po Chrystusie (I–III wieku po Chrystusie)

Abstract

Between Paganism and Judaism. Pagans in Diaspora Synagogues during the Roman Domination in Literary and Archeological Testimonies of the First Centuries (1 st-3 rd Centuries AD) The article raises the question of Jewish presence in the pagan world, as well as the impact of the institution of the synagogue on the population not belonging to the Chosen People. While analysing the diaspora of the Roman domination in the Middle East, it is also important to draw attention to the non-Jewish supporters gathered around Jewish communities. Who were these pagans remaining connected to the synagogue? Were they on the way to proselytism? Did they accept only the chosen commands of the Law of Moses, not intending to become full members of the synagogue community? Drawing from literary and archeological sources, the article examines the issues related to the group called the "God-fearers" in the subject literature.