Dead Sea Scrolls - Story of the Essenes - One Minute History

The Essenes, a Jewish sect, lived in poverty seeking spiritual enlightenment by avoiding worldly pleasures. They practiced vegetarianism, celibacy, and anger control, studying sacred texts. During the Jewish revolt of 66 CE, fearing Roman invasion, they hid their manuscripts in caves. In 1946, Bedouin shepherds discovered these scrolls, now known as the Dead Sea Scrolls.

What was one of the key lifestyle choices of the Essenes?

• They were known for their luxurious living.

• They focused on accumulating wealth.

• They sought spiritual enlightenment by avoiding worldly pleasures.

• They were famous for their military conquests.

How did the Essenes respond to the threat of a Roman invasion?

• They fled to another country.

• They built a fortress.

• They hid their manuscripts in caves.

• They negotiated with the Romans.

In what year were the Dead Sea Scrolls discovered?

• 1946

• 1966

• 1866

• 2000

Who discovered the hidden scrolls in 1946?

• Essenes descendants

• Bedouin shepherds

• Jewish scholars

• Roman soldiers

What are the sacred writings of the Essenes known as today?

• The Dead Sea Scrolls

• The Jewish Texts

• The Elder Scrolls

• The Roman Manuscripts