1. of, relating to, or occurring in the period after the Babylonian exile of the Jewish people (586–538 BCE)
Usage: primarily used in biblical and historical contexts; often capitalized when referring to the specific historical period

Examples

• Postexilic Judaism developed new religious practices and texts after the return from Babylon.
• Scholars debate which biblical books were written in the postexilic period.
• The postexilic community worked to rebuild the Temple in Jerusalem.
• Postexilic literature reflects the experiences of Jews returning to their homeland.
• Many prophetic writings are attributed to postexilic authors.