The Israelites

What is the biggest difference between the Israelites and the surrounding ancient civilizations?

• Religion (Israelites are polytheistic)

• Religion (Israelities are monotheistic)

Why was Cyrus the Great a hero to the Jews?

• He was not a hero to the Jews

• He was a Jewish King that defeated invading tribes

• He let the Jews practice their religion and encouraged them to return to their homeland

• He was the father of the Israelites

What caused the Israelites to leave Canaan to Egypt?

• War

• God told them to leave

• Drought

• The "Promised Land" was in Egypt so they had to leave

Who defended Israel against the Philistines and other enemies around 1020 B.C.?

• Saul

• David

• Solomon

• Moses

What two kingdoms did Israel divide in to?

• Ur and Damascus

• Moses and Abraham

• Judah and Judea

• Israel and Judah

A departure or emigration of a large group of people

• Exile

• Commandment

• Exodus

• Rabbi

A religious agreement or promise

• Exile

• Caste

• Tribe

• Covenant

A set of religious, moral, and civil codes (there are 10 of them!)

• Tribes

• Covenants

• Commandments

• Codes

Considered the Father of the Israelites

• Moses

• King David

• Abraham

• King Solomon

An extended family unit

• Tribes

• Confederation

• Rabbi

• Synagogue