First Century Palestine Review

What was the central social institution of biblical times?

• Religion

• Family

• Politics

• Education

What was the role of widows and orphans in ancient Israelite society?

• They were considered part of the extended family.

• They were the most vulnerable groups due to lack of protection.

• They were given special privileges by the Roman Senate.

• They were responsible for managing household finances.

According to the New Testament, what is considered "pure and undefiled" religion before God?

• Offering sacrifices at the temple

• Caring for orphans and widows in their affliction

• Observing the Sabbath

• Following dietary laws

What was the Jubilee law in ancient Israelite society?

• A law requiring the celebration of festivals every year

• A law mandating the return of property to its original owner every fifty years

• A law prohibiting the sale of ancestral land

• A law enforcing the payment of debts every seven years

How was a person's identity and worth determined in biblical times?

• By their individual achievements

• By their family and wider social group

• By their wealth and possessions

• By their adherence to religious rituals

According to Jesus' teachings, what should take precedence over loyalty to family?

• Loyalty to one's friends

• Loyalty to God

• Loyalty to one's community

• Loyalty to one's possessions

What is the primary focus of honor and shame in ancient biblical societies?

• Encouraging wealth accumulation

• Maintaining social roles and values

• Promoting individualism

• Discouraging religious practices

What is the difference between ascribed honor and achieved honor?

• Ascribed honor is earned through personal accomplishments, while achieved honor is inherited.

• Ascribed honor is given by birth, while achieved honor is earned through personal accomplishments.

• Ascribed honor is based on social rejection, while achieved honor is based on social approval.

• Ascribed honor is given to women, while achieved honor is given to men.

What was the central concern of the kinship group in biblical societies?

• Accumulating wealth

• Maintaining or enhancing family honor

• Expanding territorial boundaries

• Promoting education

How did Jesus challenge the family-centered value system of his time?

• By promoting wealth over family ties

• By emphasizing duty to God over family loyalty

• By encouraging political alliances

• By rejecting the concept of kinship entirely