1. Judaism and Christianity
Chapter 25 Section 3
Judaism and Christianity

2. History of Jews
Hebrews (later called Jews) moved from Palestine (Israel) to Egypt
Drought & famine forced them out of Palestine/Canaan
In Egypt-enslaved
Eventually Moses helped the Hebrews to escape
Led to Sinai Peninsula (eventually to Palestine)
Voice of God told him that the Hebrews were the chosen people of God as long as they were faithful

3. History of Jews Cont.
God had made a covenant (binding agreement) & therefore accepted God as the ruler of Heaven & Earth
Called Jews b/c of the name Judea which was given to their land

4. Left Sinai Peninsula (Egypt) for Fertile Crescent & formed Israel
Frequently threatened by invaders WHY? (pg 563)
no natural barriers, fertile land
2 great Kings
David- skilled general
United Israel
Made it a power in M.E
Solomon-wise
Peaceful
Built palaces & temples to God
Heavy taxes to pay for building

5. After Solomon’s death many revolts (weakened kingdom)foreign rulers conquered & forced Hebrews into exile
Were allowed to return under Persians
Rebuilt Solomon’s temple in Jerusalem
Many foreign leaders ruled them (Persians, Greeks, & Romans)
Jews revolted against Romans-war
Romans forced survivors out of Palestine
The scattering of Jews throughout world is called _____________ (see pg 564)
Diaspora

6. Summary
Summarize in one sentence the difficulties the Jews endured before the common era began.

7. Judaism Monotheism Yahweh-name of God Torah-sacred book
Moral/religious laws
Thought they were the chosen/special people
10 commandments
Religious, ethical, moral laws
Forbid stealing, lying, cheating, & murder

8. Judaism Cont. Believe people/rulers should lead moral lives
Prophets-religious teachers
Did not regard rulers as Gods
Each individual is responsible for his/her actions
Messiah-one anointed by God
Would deliver from foreign rule
God-angry & punish
Jesus= troublemaker (rulers)

9. Christianity Grew out Judaism
First 5 books of Bible are from the Torah
Jesus is founder
Story of life is in Gospel
Disciples-followers
Jesus is the son of God
Teachings in New Testament
Monotheism (same God as Jews)
10 commandments
Stressed love for God & compassion for all people

10. Christianity Cont. Forgiving God God sees everyone as equal
Parables-short stories w/ moral lessons
Wealth doesn’t equal salvation

11. YES-NO-WHY
Christians must live more moral lives than Jews.

12. Spread of Christianity
Peter & Paul were missionaries that spread Jesus’ message
Romans tolerated religious beliefs of diverse people
However they were suspicious of Christians WHY? (see pg 565)
b/c they refused to show respect for Roman Gods
Christians were often persecuted
Martyrs are (see pg 565)
-people who suffer/die b/c of their beliefs

13. Spread of Christianity Cont.
Eventually Roman Emperor Constantine converted to Christianityended persecution
By 395AD –Official Religion

14. Appeal of Christianity
Rich & poor
Hope of salvation & eternal life
Can reach salvation through moral choices (control of own destiny)
All equal
Pope- father of Church
2 branches of Christianity
Roman Catholic-Pope is head
Eastern Orthodox-emperor controlled

15. YES-NO-WHY
The Christian and Jewish teachings have influenced life in the US.

16. Assignment
Analyze the following: “The blood of the martyrs is the seed of the Christian Church.”
What do you think he meant?
Why might this be true?