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DO NOW. In your notes, write down everything you know about Judaism (the Jewish people). Essential Question: What was the early history of the Jewish people?. Judaism. World Religions. Origins. Palestine- eastern end of Mediterranean Sea. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
In your notes, write down everything you know about Judaism (the Jewish people).
Essential Question: What was the early history of the Jewish people?
Palestine- eastern end of Mediterranean Sea.
Was considered by the Jews as their “Promised Land” because God gave it to them.
In ancient times this land was called Canaan.
This land was important because it was the crossroads of trade.
Torah- the first 5 books of the Hebrew Bible.
(Part of the Christian Old Testament)
Abraham- God chose him to be the “father” of the Hebrews and told him about the Promised Land.
The Promise land was=Canaan
They called God=Yahweh.The Hebrews were Monotheistic –believed in one God.Abraham and God created a covenant (agreement) will worship you for protection.
Abraham’s Journey from UrAbraham’s Journey from Ur
Canaan The “Promised Land”Canaan The “Promised Land”
Abraham’s GeneaologyAbraham’s Geneaology
ABRAHAMABRAHAM SARAHSARAHHAGARHAGAR
IsaacIsaac
EsauEsauJacobJacob
12 Tribes of Israel
12 Tribes of Israel
Ishmael
Ishmael
12 Arabian Tribes
12 Arabian Tribes
There was a drought in Canaan so the Hebrews went to Egypt.
Later they became “slaves” under the pharaoh.
Pick the one that DOES NOT fit with the rest!
Explain why you picked it!
CovenantPalestine/CanaanAbrahamMosesYahweh
Led the Hebrews out of slavery in Egypt.(The Exodus)
God and Moses made a new covenant.
God said that all the Hebrews must follow 10 laws, called the 10 Commandments.
Moses and the 10 Commandmets
Moses and the 10 Commandmets
A new “covenant”
with Yahweh
A new “covenant”
with Yahweh
When the Hebrews arrived in Canaan, they were organized into 12 tribes.
They followed the 10 Commandments as law.
Prophets taught that Hebrews had a duty to worship God and live a justly life with one another.
Judges were “picked” by God to judge.
The most powerful tribe was from Judah (that’s were the name Judaism comes from)
1020 to 922 B.C. The leaders were Saul-> David-
>Solomon. Under their rule the 12 tribes were united
and became Israel. Prosperity!!!!! When Saul died David took over and
created Jerusalem as the capital.
962B.C. David’s son, Solomon, took over. Extended the kingdom and built the
great temple in Jerusalem (lots of money and time).
Was the home of the Ark of the Covenant=the Ten Commandments.
When Solomon died, the people in the north revolted and by 922 B.C. the kingdom was divided into 2.
Israel=North Judad=South
Inside the Temple Tabernacle
Inside the Temple Tabernacle
The Arcof the
Covenant
The Arcof the
Covenant
The Temple Mount, Jerusalem Today
The Temple Mount, Jerusalem Today
Solomon’s Temple Wall: The “Wailing” Wall
Solomon’s Temple Wall: The “Wailing” Wall
Answer the following questions in your notebook.
1) What is the name given to the first five books of the Hebrew Bible?
2) Who is considered the “father” of the Judaism?
3) Who was Moses?4) What is a covenant?
Christianity is the largest religion in the world (about 2 billion) (Judaism=14 million)
It is based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.
3 Groups of Christians= Roman Catholic Protestant
Eastern Orthodox
Jesus’ MissionJesus’ Mission
Agony in the Garden
Agony in the Garden
CrucifixionCrucifixion
BaptismBaptism
One God (monotheistic) Jesus is the son of God Jesus was born in this world and died
to save humanity from sin.The cross is a symbol that
represents Jesus’ love for humanity by dying for its sins.
Can reach salvation by following the teachings of Christ.
The Christian Bible is divided into the Old Testament (Jewish history) and the New Testament ( teachings of Jesus).
Jesus stressed the importance of people’s love for God, their neighbors, their enemies and even themselves
If you sincerely repent your sins, after death you will have a place in God’s eternal kingdom.
The Greatest Extent The Greatest Extent of the Roman Empire of the Roman Empire
– 14 CE– 14 CE
The Greatest Extent The Greatest Extent of the Roman Empire of the Roman Empire
– 14 CE– 14 CE
Romans were polytheistic but not central (important).
As the empire grew, a new religion grew out of Judaism, Christianity.
63 B.C., Rome took over Judea, home of the Jews
Born around 6 to 4 B.C. in Bethlehem.
At age 30 began his ministry and preached for three years.
Apostles- 12 men who were closest to Jesus.
Why was Jesus Killed? Growing popularity---was a threat to
the Roman and Jewish leaders. Was viewed as a king
Pontius Pilate puts him to death (to be crucified).
Christianity comes from the word Christ.
First followers were Jewish. At first it spreads slowly. The apostle, Paul, at first persecuted
Christians. Then was converted and taught Jesus’
word throughout the Roman empire. The Pax Romana (peace) allowed the
teachings to spread Common language- Greek and Latin
St. Paul: St. Paul: Apostle to the Apostle to the
GentilesGentiles
St. Paul: St. Paul: Apostle to the Apostle to the
GentilesGentiles
The Spread of The Spread of ChristianityChristianity
The Spread of The Spread of ChristianityChristianity
Two times (70 A.D. and 132 A.D.) the Jews tried to revolt against Rome.
Both times they are defeated.Diaspora- Jews driven from their
homeland
As the time of peace ended, persecution increased.
Christians were used as scapegoats for political and economic problems.
Thousands were crucified, burned, executed or thrown to the lions.
Martyr=someone who gives their life for their beliefs.
1) Embraced all people2)Gave hope to the powerless3)Mad at the extravagances of Rome4) Gave a relationship with a loving
God5) Promised eternal life after death
Emperor Constantine was fighting for total control of Rome, he used the cross as a symbol.
He won the battle.313A.D. he ended the per suction of
the Christians and made it one of the religions of the empire.