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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?
Which group was known for their strict interpretation and observance of the Law, as opposed to the Sadducees who only accepted the written law?
- Zealots
- Sadducees
- Pharisees (correct)
- Essenes
On the site of the Temple of Jerusalem, which pagan temple was erected after the Jews were forbidden from entering the city?
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 (correct)
- Temple of Zeus
- Temple of Athena
- Temple of Mars
What was the universal language made prominent by Alexander the Great that the Old Testament was translated into, known as the Septuagint?
What was the universal language made prominent by Alexander the Great that the Old Testament was translated into, known as the Septuagint?
- Latin
- Greek (correct)
- Aramaic
- Hebrew
Which group, in addition to the Pharisees and Sadducees, was mentioned by Josephus as a contemporary group in the Gospels and Acts?
Which group, in addition to the Pharisees and Sadducees, was mentioned by Josephus as a contemporary group in the Gospels and Acts?
Which language was the newest to appear in Palestine according to the text?
Which language was the newest to appear in Palestine according to the text?
Which group was known for their political mindedness and wealth, in contrast to the more devout Pharisees?
Which group was known for their political mindedness and wealth, in contrast to the more devout Pharisees?
Which of these Gospels is considered the earliest and most historically reliable account of Jesus' life and ministry?
Which of these Gospels is considered the earliest and most historically reliable account of Jesus' life and ministry?
Which group of religious leaders in ancient Judea were known for their strict adherence to the Mosaic law and their opposition to the Sadducees?
Which group of religious leaders in ancient Judea were known for their strict adherence to the Mosaic law and their opposition to the Sadducees?
What was the primary reason for the destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem in 70 AD?
What was the primary reason for the destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem in 70 AD?
What was the primary language spoken in Palestine during the time of Jesus and the early Christian movement?
What was the primary language spoken in Palestine during the time of Jesus and the early Christian movement?
Which of the following is NOT one of the alternative Gospels mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT one of the alternative Gospels mentioned in the text?
What was the significance of King Josiah's discovery of the Book of the Law in 622 BCE?
What was the significance of King Josiah's discovery of the Book of the Law in 622 BCE?
What was the title given to Herod Antipas, the ruler of Galilee and Perea during Jesus' lifetime?
What was the title given to Herod Antipas, the ruler of Galilee and Perea during Jesus' lifetime?
Which of the following events led to the complete devastation of Jerusalem in 135 AD?
Which of the following events led to the complete devastation of Jerusalem in 135 AD?
Which group is not mentioned in the Gospels as being present during Jesus' ministry?
Which group is not mentioned in the Gospels as being present during Jesus' ministry?
What language did Jesus most likely speak in his daily life?
What language did Jesus most likely speak in his daily life?
Which Roman ruler was responsible for the destruction of Jerusalem and the Second Temple in 70 AD?
Which Roman ruler was responsible for the destruction of Jerusalem and the Second Temple in 70 AD?
What was the Roman Empire's motivation for renaming the region of Judea as 'Palaestina' after the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD?
What was the Roman Empire's motivation for renaming the region of Judea as 'Palaestina' after the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD?
