Early History of the Israelites and Key Figures

These flashcards cover key events, figures, and concepts from the early history of the Israelites as presented in the lecture notes.

Where did the Jewish people originally live before moving to Canaan?

Mesopotamia

What significant action did Moses take for the Israelites?

Led them out of Egypt.

In what year did the Israelites move to Canaan?

1950 BCE

What is the Hebrew Bible known as?

The Tanakh

Who is considered the Father of the Jews?

Abraham

Who united the Israelites into one kingdom?

King David.

What did Abraham introduce that shaped Judaism?

The idea of monotheism (one God).

What did God give to Moses on Mount Sinai?

The Ten Commandments.

What significant structure did King Solomon build?

The great First Temple in Jerusalem.

What was the Kingdom of Israel set up in?

1000 BCE.

What was the duration of the Israelites' wandering in the Wilderness?

40 years.

What did the Ark of the Covenant hold?

The Ten Commandments.

What was the name of Abraham's son?

Isaac.