Why does the Bible not mention Rome or its emperors, but delved deeply into the likes of the Egyptians, Babylonians, etc.?

 The Bible, particularly the Old Testament, focuses on the history, culture, and events involving the people of Israel and their neighbors. The absence of direct references to Rome or its emperors in the biblical texts can be attributed to the historical context and the timeline of the Bible's composition.

Here are a few key points to consider:

1. **Historical Context:**

   - The events of the Old Testament primarily occurred in the ancient Near East, with a focus on the Israelites and their interactions with neighboring civilizations such as the Egyptians, Babylonians, Assyrians, and others.

   - The Old Testament covers a time period from the alleged creation of the world to the Persian period, predating the rise of the Roman Empire.

2. **Timeline of Composition:**

   - The Old Testament texts were written over many centuries by various authors. The majority of the Old Testament was completed before the rise of the Roman Empire, which occurred in the 1st century BCE.

   - The Old Testament primarily reflects the historical and cultural contexts of the ancient Near East up to the Persian period.

3. **Focus on Israel's Story:**

   - The primary focus of the Old Testament is the narrative of the people of Israel, their relationship with God, and their experiences in the ancient world.

   - While the Bible does mention powerful empires and rulers, the focus is on those directly connected to the Israelites' story, such as the Egyptians, Babylonians, and Persians, who played significant roles in the history of Israel.

4. **New Testament Context:**

   - The New Testament, which includes the life of Jesus and the early Christian community, was written during the Roman period. The New Testament does include references to Roman authorities, such as Pontius Pilate, and it describes the Roman presence in the region.

In summary, the biblical texts were shaped by the historical and cultural contexts in which they were written. The Old Testament focuses on the history of the Israelites and their interactions with neighboring civilizations before the rise of the Roman Empire. The New Testament, written during the Roman period, does include references to Roman authorities and events. The biblical narrative emphasizes the specific historical and cultural milieu of the people it describes.