Unit 1 Lesson 2 - Christianity Spreads

Front

Where was Jesus born?

Back

Judea (Israel)

Front

Why was Israel considered to be such a special place for the Jews?

Back

It had been ruled by kings and was an ancient kingdom of Israel.

Front

How were Jews different from the rest of the ancient world?

Back

They believed in only one God

Front

Who ruled Judea around 63 BCE?

Back

Rome

Front

Who was appointed to be king of Judea under Roman occupation?

Back

Herod the Great

Front

Why did many Jews dislike King Herod?

Back

They believed he was a puppet of the Roman government.

Front

After Herod died, Rome replaced Herod with a military governor. Who was that governor?

Back

Pontius Pilate

Front

While Rome occupied Judea, many Jews predicted that one day God would send a savior to restore the kingdom of Israel. Who was this person known as?

Back

The Messiah

Front

What does Messiah mean?

Back

Anointed one, chosen by God

Front

When was the general date of Jesus' birth? Options: 6 BC - 30 AD, 100 BC - 70 BC, 1 AD - 60 AD, 33 AD - 63 AD

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6 BC - 30 AD