The Hebrew people appeared in Southwest Asia sometime between 2000 and 1500 B.C.E. The Hebrews eventually established a kingdom called Israel. The lives of the Hebrews revolved around their religion, Judaism. In time, the Hebrews became known as Jews. Conquered by different groups, Jews dispersed around the world. Their shared beliefs and customs helped them maintain their religion and sense of identity, though.
You and your family are herders, looking after large flocks of sheep. Your grandfather is the leader of your tribe. One day, your grandfather says that your whole family will be moving to a new country where there is more water and food for your flocks. The trip will be long and difficult.
The Ten Plagues
water turning to blood
frogs
lice
flies
livestock pestilence
boils
hail
locusts
darkness
death of the firstborn
Based on scriptural, archaeological, and historical research, a 3D view of Solomon's temple.
Solomon's temple stood in Jerusalem for almost 400 years and was the center of worship for all of Israel.
You live in a small town in ancient Israel. Some people in your town treat strangers very badly. But you have been taught to be fair and kind to everyone, including strangers. One day, you tell one of your neighbors he should be kinder to strangers. He asks you why you feel that way.
Although monotheism begins with Judaism, it paved the way for future monotheistic faiths to emerge, including Christianity and Islam.
Here, an overview of each of the three (3) major monotheistic faiths is presented to compare key concepts across each of the religions. (see video -->)