The Story of Judith and Its Historical Context

The video explores the story of Judith, a Jewish widow who heroically defeats the Assyrian general Holofernes by beheading him, saving her town of Bethulia. Despite its legendary status, the story contains historical inaccuracies, such as the timeline of Nebuchadnezzar's reign and the existence of Bethulia. Judith's tale, though not included in Jewish Holy Scripture, is retold during Hanukkah due to its thematic similarities with the story of Judah Maccabee. The tradition of eating cheese during Hanukkah is linked to Judith's story.

Who was Nebuchadnezzar at war with during the story of Judith?

• The Greeks

• The Medes

• The Egyptians

• The Romans

What city was Nebuchadnezzar ruling from during the story?

• Jerusalem

• Athens

• Babylon

• Nineveh

What was Holofernes' mission after Nebuchadnezzar defeated Arphaxad?

• To establish peace treaties

• To build alliances with neighboring nations

• To seek revenge on nations that did not support Nebuchadnezzar

• To expand trade routes

What strategy did Holofernes use to try to capture Jerusalem?

• He laid siege to the city

• He used a Trojan horse

• He cut off the water supply to Bethulia

• He bribed the city's leaders

How did Judith plan to defeat Holofernes?

• By poisoning his food

• By negotiating a peace treaty

• By leading an army against him

• By seducing him and then beheading him

What did Judith use to behead Holofernes?

• A spear

• A bow and arrow

• A sword

• A dagger

What was the reaction of the Assyrian camp after Holofernes' death?

• They captured Judith

• They retreated in panic

• They launched an attack on Bethulia

• They sought revenge on the Israelites

How did the Israelites benefit from the chaos in the Assyrian camp?

• They formed an alliance with the Assyrians

• They negotiated a peace treaty

• They plundered the camp and defeated the remaining troops

• They fled to a safer location

Why is the story of Judith not included in Jewish Holy Scripture?

• It was written in a different language

• It was lost over time

• It was considered historically inaccurate

• It was too similar to other stories

How is Judith's story connected to Hanukkah traditions?

• It is sung in Hanukkah songs

• It inspired the tradition of eating cheese

• It is read during the festival

• It is depicted in Hanukkah decorations