Spread of Judaism

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Which group forced thousands of Jews to go to Babylon?

The Maccabees

The Chaldeans (correct)

The Greeks

The Romans

During their exile in Babylon, the Jews spread their beliefs to which world?

The Greek world (correct)

The Persian world

The Roman world

The Egyptian world

Under Roman rule, the Jews were divided and rebellious. In response, the Romans destroyed what?

The temple (correct)

The synagogue

The city walls

The Jewish scriptures

Which city did the Jews rebuild after their return from exile?

Jerusalem Signup and view all the answers

What is the weekly day of worship and rest for Jews called?

Sabbath Signup and view all the answers

Who permitted the Jews to return to Judah after the defeat of the Chaldeans?

Cyrus Signup and view all the answers

What event caused the scattering of Jews outside of Israel and Judah?

The Diaspora Signup and view all the answers

What was the Diaspora?

The spread of Jewish beliefs and values Signup and view all the answers

What was education like within a Jewish family?

Education was primarily focused on religious teachings Signup and view all the answers

Who was Yohanan ben Zaccai, and why was he important?

A prominent Pharisee scholar Signup and view all the answers

Why did ancient Israelites value education?

To carry on the family name Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of fathers in their son's education?

To teach them how to earn an income Signup and view all the answers

Why were sons especially valued in ancient Jewish society?

Because they carried on the family name Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Ruth and Naomi in the development of the Jewish religion?

They were examples of family love and devotion Signup and view all the answers

Which group of Jews wanted to fight the Romans for their freedom?

Zealots Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the temple in Jerusalem during the Roman conquest?

It was destroyed Signup and view all the answers

What did the Romans call the region of Judah after the revolt?

Palestine Signup and view all the answers

Who became important leaders in Judaism after the loss of the land?

Rabbis Signup and view all the answers

Who allowed the Jews to return to Judah?

God Signup and view all the answers

Why was Daniel thrown into a lion's den?

For refusing to worship the Babylonian gods Signup and view all the answers

What did the Maccabees do after driving out the Greeks from Judah?

Destroyed all traces of Greek gods and goddesses in their temple Signup and view all the answers

What did Jewish law require Jews to do?

Provide for the poor, visit the sick, do good deeds, give to charity, and apply just laws to rich and poor alike Signup and view all the answers

What did the Romans rename Judah when they conquered it?

Judaea Signup and view all the answers

What were the Dead Sea Scrolls?

Ancient scrolls of leather, papyrus, and copper Signup and view all the answers

Which group of Jews supported the oral traditions and taught the Torah's laws?

Pharisees Signup and view all the answers

What did the Essenes do while waiting for God to deliver the Jews from the Romans?

Prayed and lived in the desert Signup and view all the answers

Who is named as the grandfather of David in the Book of Ruth?

Obed Signup and view all the answers

In order to survive in Bethlehem, who did Ruth have to rely on?

Naomi and Boaz Signup and view all the answers

What resources would a present-day woman use to help her find work, shelter, and other necessities in a new city?