1. JEWISH HISTORY
Jewish History

2. Ancient Judaism
The ancient history of the Jewish people, including their politics, culture and religion.

3. Key Words Sacred = holy Covenant = a sacred agreement (God & Abraham)
Prophet = holy men and women who carry messages from God to the people
The Temple and the Synagogue = sacred buildings of the Jews
Exile = being thrown out of your native country
Rabbi = teacher of the laws of Judaism
Sabbath = the Holy day of the Jews (Saturday)
Messiah = ‘anointed one’ – the great leader who the Jews expected to lead them to freedom

4. History of Judaism Video
Jewish History
History of Judaism Video

5. Ancient Judaism Timeline
BCE CE
Self ruled in Canaan
Independent Kingdom
Exile in Babylon
Roman
Rule
Slavery in Egypt
Greek Invasion
Temple Destroyed
Abraham
Belief in one God
Covenant with God
Move to Promised Land of Canaan
Moses
Leads people out of slavery
God gives Moses the 10 Commandments on Mount Sinai
David
King of Israel
Great warrior wins many battles
Son Soloman builds the Temple in Jerusalem
Prophet’s Warnings
Birth of Jesus
Temple Rebuilt
In 70 CE the Jews revolt against Rome. Their rebellion is crushed. Jerusalem is conquered. The Temple is destroyed. The Jews are sent into a worldwide exile.