33 Questions
Who was the first king of Israel?
Saul
Who captured the city of Jerusalem and made it a capital?
David
Who started the first temple in Jerusalem?
Solomon
Which empire took over the northern kingdom of Israel in 722 BC?
Assyrian Empire
Who conquered Judah and destroyed the temple?
Nebuchadnezzar
Which emperor allowed the people to go back to Judah and build the 2nd temple of Jerusalem?
Cyrus the Great
What event is celebrated by the festival of Hanukkah?
The rebellion and victory of the Maccabees against the Greeks
During which period was Israel known as Judaea?
During Roman rule
Who received permission to set up a center in another part of Judaea to keep learning alive?
Zaccai
Which term refers to the interpretation of Jewish law and tradition that was eventually written down to become the Talmud?
Oral Torah
What did the Romans change the name of Judaea to in 135 AD?
Palestina
Which of the following events led to Judaism being practiced in synagogues instead of the Temple?
The destruction of Jerusalem by the Romans
What did the Maccabees rebel against?
The Greek rulers
What was the legacy of Judaism's support to society, as mentioned in the text?
"Biblical teachings & laws shaped civilizations" and "guidelines for social justice, and equality"
What did Romans change Judaea to in 135 AD?
"Palestine"
"Judaism's support to society" included all of the following except:
"Promoted caste system"
What was the significance of the Babylonian Exile in Jewish history?
It led to the establishment of Judaism as a well-defined religion.
Who was responsible for the construction of the First Temple in Jerusalem?
Solomon
What event is commemorated by the festival of Hanukkah?
The rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem.
Who convinced the Persian emperor not to kill all Jews, as mentioned in the text?
Esther
What was the role of Saul in Jewish history?
He became the first king of Israel.
What was the impact of Cyrus the Great on Jewish history?
He allowed people to go back to Judah and build the 2nd temple of Jerusalem.
What is the significance of the Maccabees rebellion mentioned in the text?
It led to the reclamation of the temple from the Greeks
What was the impact of Alexander the Great's conquest on Judaism, as mentioned in the text?
It resulted in changes to religious practices and the gathering in synagogues
What was the role of rabbi in Judaism during the Roman Rule period?
They guided people and discussed Torah and Hebrew Bible in synagogues
How did Rome's change of Judaea to Palestina impact Judaism?
It changed religious practices due to influence from other societies
What was the significance of Oral Torah for Judaism's development as a religion?
It helped Judaism to develop as a religion
What legacy did Judaism leave on modern democratic societies, as mentioned in the text?
Guidelines for social justice and equality
What was the impact of Greek empire's attempt to stop some aspects of Judaism?
It led to changes in religious practices and gathering in synagogues
What event is commemorated by Hanukkah, as mentioned in the text?
Rebellion by Maccabees against Greeks
What was the role of Zaccai in preserving learning during Roman rule, as mentioned in the text?
He received permission to set up a center in another part of Judaea to keep learning alive
What was the impact of Alexander the Great's conquest on religious practices, as mentioned in the text?
It led to changes in religious practices and gathering in synagogues
What was the significance of Rome's change of Judaea to Palestina, as mentioned in the text?
It led to changes in religious practices due to other societies around them
Test your knowledge about the time of judges and kings in the ancient Kingdom of Israel, including prominent figures like Deborah, Saul, David, and Solomon, and the division of the kingdom into Israel and Judah. Explore the events, leaders, and significant religious developments during this historical period.
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