Languages and Temple of Jerusalem in Ancient Palestine

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Which group was known for their strict interpretation and observance of the Law, as opposed to the Sadducees who only accepted the written law?

Pharisees

On the site of the Temple of Jerusalem, which pagan temple was erected after the Jews were forbidden from entering the city?

Temple of Jupiter Capitolinus

What was the universal language made prominent by Alexander the Great that the Old Testament was translated into, known as the Septuagint?

Greek

Which group, in addition to the Pharisees and Sadducees, was mentioned by Josephus as a contemporary group in the Gospels and Acts?

<p>Essenes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which language was the newest to appear in Palestine according to the text?

<p>Latin</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which group was known for their political mindedness and wealth, in contrast to the more devout Pharisees?

<p>Sadducees</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these Gospels is considered the earliest and most historically reliable account of Jesus' life and ministry?

<p>Gospel according to the Hebrews</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which group of religious leaders in ancient Judea were known for their strict adherence to the Mosaic law and their opposition to the Sadducees?

<p>Pharisees</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem in 70 AD?

<p>A revolt against the Roman Empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary language spoken in Palestine during the time of Jesus and the early Christian movement?

<p>Aramaic</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the alternative Gospels mentioned in the text?

<p>Gospel of John</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of King Josiah's discovery of the Book of the Law in 622 BCE?

<p>It revealed that the Passover Feast had long been forgotten in Israel, leading to God's punishment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the title given to Herod Antipas, the ruler of Galilee and Perea during Jesus' lifetime?

<p>Tetrarch</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following events led to the complete devastation of Jerusalem in 135 AD?

<p>The Jewish Rebellion against Roman rule</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which group is not mentioned in the Gospels as being present during Jesus' ministry?

<p>Essenes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What language did Jesus most likely speak in his daily life?

<p>Aramaic</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Roman ruler was responsible for the destruction of Jerusalem and the Second Temple in 70 AD?

<p>Titus</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the Roman Empire's motivation for renaming the region of Judea as 'Palaestina' after the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD?

<p>To symbolize the extinction of the Jewish nation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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