2.7 flashcard

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Who was the first king of Israel?

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Saul

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What was one major accomplishment credited to King Solomon? Options: freeing Israel from the Babylonian Captivity, writing the Psalms, uniting Israel and Judah, building the First Temple

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building the First Temple

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What was the result of the Diaspora?

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The Jewish people were scattered across a wide area.

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How did the Diaspora change the way Jews worshipped?

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Synagogues became more important for worship.

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How have the teachings of Judaism influenced modern society?

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Jewish ethical and moral traditions form a basis for many democratic societies.

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Who were the Judges and what role did they play in the lives of the Israelites?

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The Judges were leaders in Israel who delivered the people from oppression and guided them in following God's laws.

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What were the Jews who were in exile in Babylonia able to do with their sacred texts for the first time?

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Compile and preserve their sacred texts.

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How were synagogues important during the Diaspora?

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Synagogues were crucial for preserving Jewish identity, worship, and community cohesion during the Diaspora.

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Why are Naomi and Ruth significant figures?

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Naomi and Ruth are significant for their themes of loyalty, resilience, and inclusion in the biblical narrative.

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What was the Jewish exile?

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The Jewish exile was the period of forced removal of Jews from their homeland, notably during the Babylonian conquest.