The Book of Judith is an Old Testament book that tells the story of a Jewish widow, Judith, who saves her city from an impending Assyrian attack. The book is also referred to as the "Book of Judith and Holofernes" or simply "Judith." Some synonyms for the Book of Judith include the "Companion Book to Maccabees," the "Judith Scroll," and the "Judith Bible." The book is admired for its strong female protagonist and its themes of faith, courage, and divine intervention. The Book of Judith is considered to be a valuable historical and cultural text and has been analyzed by scholars for its literary and theological significance.