Java 1.5 Script Engine

Since Java 1.6 there is this nice Script Engine Manager which let's i.e. execute JavaScript scripts in run time. Is there something similar in f开发者_开发知识库unctionality in Java 1.5?

The Jakarta BSF lets you run different scripting languages within the Java framework (prior to Java 6). Here's a list of supported languages.

Yes, there is - Mozilla Rhino. Same as with 1.6, actually, you just need to write a bit more integration code yourself.

Here's a tutorial on embedding Rhino into your app.

It should be possible to run JSR223 on Java 5, at least according to this article.