1. Mr. Mizak Global Studies Fall 2009

2.  In 1800 B.C., nomadic Hebrews migrated to Egypt.  These Hebrews eventually would be enslaved by the Egyptians  After many years, Moses helped the Hebrews escape from Egypt.  Hebrews believed that God had made a agreement with Moses -  They were the chosen people of God on earth.

4.  In 1025 B.C., the Hebrews formed the kingdom of Israel.  For many years this kingdom was a major force in the Middle East. However, overtime the Jews were conquered by one foreign group after another. (Persians, Greeks, and Romans)  Diaspora- In 70 A.D. the Jews revolted against Roman rule. After a nasty war, the Jews were forced to scatter throughout the world.

5.  Monotheistic  Hebrews recorded their moral and religious laws in their sacred book, the Torah  Ten Commandments  Urged people to respect and honor God  Forbid stealing, lying, cheating, and murder  Ethical world view  Treat all people with respect

6.  Jesus was born in Palestine while it was under Roman rule.  At age 30, Jesus became a preacher, teaching the people about God’s goodness and mercy.  Jesus’ popularity began to rise  the Roman’s saw this as a threat.  Roman’s were upset that Jesus did not accept the Roman emperor as a god.

7.  The teachings of Jesus were rooted in Jewish tradition  Jesus stressed love for God and compassion for all people  Jesus claimed in the eyes of God all people were equal.  Why is this such a different view?  Taught that all people who were humble, merciful and unselfish would be reward in the afterlife