Except for the period between Exodus and the Diaspora. Take a look at the Old Testement (Torah) for how the existing inhabitants of Israel (the Canaanites) were treated. As in exterminated down to the children and farm animals
Except for the period between Exodus and the Diaspora.
In those days (except for the Diaspora) the Jews had power, and used it to eliminate competition. Of course, it was at Gods direct command.