【跨文化交流-外教】6 Judaism.pptVIP

Judaism History Background When did this worldview start? Over 4000 years ago Who was the first Jew? Abram / Abraham God made a covenant (promise) with him “I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great and you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.” (Genesis 12:2-3) History Background Where is this worldview most commonly found? In 2007, the world Jewish population was estimated at 13 million, of which about 40% reside in Israel and 40% in the United States. Many also live in Canada, UK, Argentina, and South Africa What are other names for this worldview? Jews are also called Hebrews, Children of Israel, Israelites History Background What are the names of places of worship? Jerusalem is considered the holy city and spiritual center of Judaism In ancient times, Jews worshipped in the Temple, located in Jerusalem. There they offered sacrifices, learned about the law of God and celebrated holy days. The Temple was destroyed in the year 70 AD. One wall of it remains, called the Wailing Wall or Western Wall In modern times, Jews meet in synagogues to worship, pray, read scriptures, and celebrate holy days. Jerusalem The Wailing Wall History Background What is their holy book called? The Hebrew Bible (the Tanakh) It is made up of the Torah (5 books of Moses) which includes the basic laws and traditions It also includes other historical books, poems, books and books by prophets Where can you read about the history of the Jews? In this book you can read about the ancient history of the Jews from creation to A.D. Holiday: Passover Basic Beliefs Monotheistic or Polytheistic? Monotheistic Who/What is God? Single, all powerful, all knowing, ever present God called Yahweh. Basic Beliefs? God created the world and humans and He desires a relationship with them. Jewish people need to keep God’s laws to be righteous and