Origins of Judaism

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The holiest city of the Jews and the capital of Israel which was established by King David.

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Jerusalem

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An agreement or a promise.

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covenant

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To banish or expel from one's own country or home.

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exile

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The collection of ancient Jewish writings that interpret the law of the Torah.

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Talmud

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Judaism's most sacred text, consisting of the first five books of the Jewish Bible.

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Torah

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The scattering of Jews outside of their homeland that occurred around 586 BCE.

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diaspora

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The belief and worship of many gods.

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Polytheism

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The first religion to worship one god.

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Judaism

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The sacred laws that guide the way of life for Jewish people

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Ten Commandments

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What did David provide the Jewish people that they had not had before?

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Strong central government