The Library of Alexandria, one of the most famous libraries of the ancient world, was indeed in existence during biblical times. It was founded in the early 3rd century BCE, around 283–246 BCE, during the reign of Ptolemy II Philadelphus in ancient Egypt. This period is well before and overlaps with much of the biblical narrative, particularly the Old Testament, which was written over several centuries, and parts of the New Testament, written in the 1st century CE.
The library was a part of the larger Mouseion, a center dedicated to the Muses, and it aimed to collect all of the world’s knowledge. During its heyday, it housed countless scrolls and texts from different cultures, making it a crucial hub for scholars and intellectuals of the time.
However, it is important to note that while the library was active during the biblical era, the exact nature and extent of its collections in relation to biblical texts are less clear. Some scholars suggest that the library might have contained some early Jewish texts, and it certainly facilitated the translation of the Hebrew Bible into Greek (the Septuagint), which was pivotal for the spread of biblical texts in the Hellenistic world.
In conclusion, yes, the Library of Alexandria was around during biblical times, serving as a beacon of knowledge and scholarship that intersected with the cultural and religious developments of the era.