Topic 2 Lessons 6 & 7 Vocabulary

Vocabulary terms and historical concepts from Topic 2 Lessons 6 & 7 covering Judaism, key figures, and historical events.

Prophet

A person chosen by God to bring messages to the people.

Rabbi

A teacher or religious leader in the Jewish faith.

Righteousness

Acting or living in a way that is ethically right and obeys God’s laws.

Justice

Fairness or the treatment of people as they should be treated.

Talmud

A collection of teachings and commentaries about the Bible and Jewish law.

Synagogue

A building or place used by Jewish people for worship and prayer.

Diaspora

The scattering of Jewish people outside of their traditional homeland.

Babylonian Exile

An event ended by Cyrus the Great, allowing Jews to return to their land.

Judges

Leaders who played a vital role among the Israelites according to the Bible.