1. Covenant Moses Prophet diaspora Binding agreement An Israelite leader whom the Torah credits with leading the Israelites from Egypt to Canaan A religious teacher who is regarded as someone who speaks for God or for a God The scattering of people who have a common background or belief

2. A Promise to the Israelites “God” promised Abraham his people would become kings and build nations “God” will keep his promise to future generations if they obey “God” faithfully

3. The Ten Commandments Israelites tried to obey the 10 Commandments Some of the laws dealt with everyday life O preparing food O honoring mom/dad Laws tried to match the punishment

4. Judaism and Women Other religions women were not respected Laws protect women Men owned the wife and children Only a man could seek divorce In other religions women were in a lower social class

5. Justice and Morality Prophets said to follow “God’s” law or disaster will come upon them Prophets preached a code of ethics and moral behavior Protect weak and poor King’s had to follow and obey the law too

6. The New Settlement Romans drove/pushed the Jewish community out of their homeland The Jewish community preserved their heritage Obey their religion Worship at temples Follow traditions