Judaism: Origins and Influence

What was a revolutionary concept introduced by Judaism compared to polytheistic religions?

• Worship of multiple gods

• A personal relationship with a deity

• Gods linked to natural forces

• A pantheon of gods

What did God promise Abraham in their covenant?

• Immortality

• Riches and power

• A great nation and land

• Eternal peace

Who led the Israelites out of Egypt according to the Torah?

• Abraham

• David

• Joshua

• Moses

What was the significance of the Ten Commandments?

• They were a guide for building temples

• They were a list of dietary restrictions

• They emphasized a personal relationship with God

• They were a set of elaborate legal codes

What was the outcome of the Israelites' settlement in Canaan?

• They developed sacred texts and a monarchy

• They were exiled immediately

• They remained nomadic

• They abandoned their faith

Which king built the first temple in Jerusalem?

• King Saul

• King Solomon

• King David

• King Joshua

What was a major challenge faced by the Israelites in Canaan?

• Lack of resources

• Natural disasters

• Clashes with Canaanite populations

• Internal monarchy disputes

How did Judaism influence Christianity?

• By rejecting the Ten Commandments

• Through the worship of multiple gods

• By introducing polytheism

• Through the integration of Hebrew scriptures

What is a similarity between Islamic and Jewish practices?

• Both have identical religious texts

• Both have a pantheon of gods

• Both practice fasting and daily prayers

• Both reject the concept of prophets

How is modern Judaism practiced differently from its ancient roots?

• It is only practiced in Israel

• It has abandoned all traditional texts

• It has no connection to historical events

• It is practiced worldwide with diverse interpretations