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The Development of Judaism

The Development of Judaism. Chapter 8.3. Return to Judah. Jews began to meet in synagogues , smaller houses of worship. Their day of worship was on the Sabbath . It lasted from sundown on Friday to nightfall on Saturday. Rebuilding Judah.

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The Development of Judaism

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  1. The Development of Judaism Chapter 8.3

  2. Return to Judah • Jews began to meet in synagogues, smaller houses of worship. • Their day of worship was on the Sabbath. It lasted from sundown on Friday to nightfall on Saturday.

  3. Rebuilding Judah • Many Jews longed to return to Judah. They did not want to stay in exile in Babylon. • In 538BC the Persians led by king Cyrus II defeated the Chaldeans. Cyrus took over the rule of Babylon. • He allowed the Jews to return home to Judah.

  4. Rebuilding Judah • When the Jews returned they rebuilt Jerusalem and as well as a new temple. • The Persians were in charge and taxed the Jews. • Jews turned to the priests to guide their society.

  5. Hebrew Bible • The Hebrew Bible is made up of 3 parts: Torah, the Prophets, and the Writings. • It is the law and rules of the Israelites. • The Torah includes the Old Testament. • The Prophets contains 8 books of messages from the prophets. • The Writings includes 11 books of poems, songs, stories and lessons. Proverbs and the Psalms are also included.

  6. Jewish Daily Life • The Torah also provides teachings for daily living. • It guides the Jewish people on what to eat, wear, and how to act.

  7. The Jewish Family • The family was important to the Jewish people. • Boys received an education. Everything they learned came from the Torah. • Boys also learned a trade (job). • Girls learned about Jewish teachings and how to take care of the home. • Girls were taught about Ruth and Naomi from the Bible. Ruth’s devotion to her family was an example to the girls.

  8. Dietary Laws • Jewish law explains what the Jews are allowed to eat. • Food must be prepared a certain way, kosher. • Pork and shellfish are not allowed. • Special foods are eaten during Passover, the holiday celebrating the Exodus.

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