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What type of environment encircles Jericho?
What type of environment encircles Jericho?
- Lifeless desert and gray stone hills (correct)
- Tropical rainforest
- Lush forests and rivers
- Mountains and valleys
Who presented the balsam plantations and surrounding land to Cleopatra?
Who presented the balsam plantations and surrounding land to Cleopatra?
- Mark Antony (correct)
- Herod
- Octavian
- Julius Caesar
Which of the following was a direct consequence of Archelaus being removed from power?
Which of the following was a direct consequence of Archelaus being removed from power?
- Jericho became a kingdom of its own
- Herod gained more power
- Jericho was placed under the rule of Roman procurators (correct)
- Zacchaeus lost his land
What was Zacchaeus's primary concern as a landholder?
What was Zacchaeus's primary concern as a landholder?
What type of goods frequently arrived at Jericho's loading docks?
What type of goods frequently arrived at Jericho's loading docks?
From which location did Malthus ship tortoiseshells and spices?
From which location did Malthus ship tortoiseshells and spices?
What was the first type of storehouse built by Zacchaeus in Jericho?
What was the first type of storehouse built by Zacchaeus in Jericho?
What was a notable feature of Zacchaeus's palace in Jericho?
What was a notable feature of Zacchaeus's palace in Jericho?
What was the primary role of Zacchaeus in the community of Jericho?
What was the primary role of Zacchaeus in the community of Jericho?
How much of the profits did Zacchaeus distribute to the needy?
How much of the profits did Zacchaeus distribute to the needy?
Which of the following was NOT mentioned as a benefit provided by Zacchaeus to the poor?
Which of the following was NOT mentioned as a benefit provided by Zacchaeus to the poor?
How did Zacchaeus respond to praise about his accomplishments?
How did Zacchaeus respond to praise about his accomplishments?
What main tragedy affected Zacchaeus in the first decades of his prosperity?
What main tragedy affected Zacchaeus in the first decades of his prosperity?
What attitude did Zacchaeus have towards his wealth?
What attitude did Zacchaeus have towards his wealth?
What types of products did the caravans take from Zacchaeus's lands?
What types of products did the caravans take from Zacchaeus's lands?
Study Notes
Jericho
- Jericho is a fertile oasis surrounded by desert.
- Its land was once gifted to Cleopatra by Mark Antony.
- Herod, who bought the land from Cleopatra, profited greatly.
- After Herod’s death, Jericho was placed under Roman rule.
Zacchaeus
- A wealthy landowner who expanded his business drastically.
- He employed 2,000+ farmhands and 300+ to service his stalls.
- He built a large palace and warehouse in Jericho, bigger than anything in Jerusalem.
- Had a strong relationship with his bookkeeper, who recounts the information.
Trade
- Jericho was a hub for trade with caravans arriving from all over the world.
- They exchanged goods for produce like cotton, dates, honey, and balsam oil.
- The wealthy merchants of Jericho preferred exotic goods, spices, and jewelry.
Charity
- Zacchaeus was known for his immense generosity to the poor in Jericho.
- He generously donated half of his profits to the poor and needy.
- He employed doctors, teachers, and built shelters for the city's poor.
- His acts of charity were modest and done without fanfare.
Zacchaeus' Character
- He was a humble man despite his wealth.
- He believed that he was repaying God's blessings by helping others.
- His kingdom of farms brought great prosperity for decades.
- His bond with his bookkeeper strengthened after a shared tragedy.
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Explore the rich history of Jericho, a fertile oasis that was significant in ancient times. Learn about the life of Zacchaeus, his wealth, trade practices, and his charitable contributions to the community. Delve into how Jericho became a hub for trade and the influence of figures like Herod and Cleopatra.
