Judaism Learning Target #3: I can analyze the various ways that Judaism and Christianity have influenced modern society in the United States. CASS10.1

Hebrews Hebrews were a nomadic people who migrated out of Mesopotamia around 2000 B.C. and settled in Palestine. By 1700 B.C. many Hebrews migrated into Egypt, but were enslaved by Egyptians. After 1300 B.C., Moses led the Hebrews on an “Exodus” out of Egypt.

Judaism Hebrews (later known as Jews) were the first peoples to establish a monotheistic tradition. “There is one (1) creator who made the world and all life.” Did not worship Roman Emperors Separation of Church and State Led to the establishment of Christianity and Islam Jews believed they had a special relationship with God. Formed a covenant (agreement) with God Followed the Ten (10) Commandments Written Laws Old Testament of the Bible

Jews as Outcasts “…it was the Jews who seemed odd, if not ridiculous, with their ceaseless talk of a unique invisible God…whom no one could see…and if the Jews had been the first to distance themselves from other tribes, it was not long before those others were taking even greater care to avoid the Jews…”