History of Ancient Israel and Judah

The video explores the history of ancient Israel, from its tribal beginnings to the establishment of a monarchy under Saul, David, and Solomon. It covers the division into Israel and Judah, conflicts with neighboring empires, and eventual foreign domination by Assyria, Babylon, and Rome. The narrative concludes with the Roman conquest and the Jewish revolts, highlighting key events and figures throughout the centuries.

What was the role of a judge in early Israel?

• A king

• A military leader during conflicts

• A religious leader

• A foreign diplomat

Who was the first king of a united Israel?

• Rehoboam

• Saul

• Solomon

• David

What led to the division of the kingdom after Solomon's reign?

• A plague

• A natural disaster

• Solomon's death and the rebellion of the northern tribes

• A foreign invasion

Which empire conquered the northern kingdom of Israel?

• Persian Empire

• Assyrian Empire

• Roman Empire

• Babylonian Empire

What was the fate of the ten tribes after the Assyrian conquest?

• They returned to Israel

• They formed a new kingdom

• They were deported to distant areas

• They were assimilated into Assyrian society

Under which empire were the Jewish captives allowed to return to their homeland?

• Persian Empire

• Roman Empire

• Greek Empire

• Assyrian Empire

What was the significance of the Maccabean revolt?

• It caused the division of the Jewish kingdom

• It led to the fall of the Roman Empire

• It established a Jewish state in the Levant

• It resulted in the destruction of Jerusalem

Who was appointed King of the Jews by the Roman Senate?

• Augustus

• Julius Caesar

• Pompey Magnus

• Herod the Great

What was the outcome of the Bar Kokhba revolt?

• The Jewish temple was rebuilt

• The Jews were exiled and forbidden from living in Jerusalem

• The Jews regained independence

• The Roman Empire collapsed

What happened to Jerusalem in 70 AD?

• It was rebuilt by the Romans

• It was sacked and the temple was destroyed

• It was abandoned by its inhabitants

• It became the capital of the Roman Empire