Transcript Judeo-Christian Tradition

Judeo-Christian Tradition
Prologue / Section 2
Judaism
 Much
of what is known of early
history of the Hebrews, (Jews) is
contained in the first 5 books of
Hebrew.
 In the Torah, God chose Abraham
to be the “father”, of the Hebrew
people.
 Hebrew people were monotheists,
meaning they believed in one god.
Judaism (cont’d)
 Like
the Greeks, Romans, and
other ancient people the Jews had
written code of laws.
 The one they followed most was the
Ten Commandments.
 Also had prophets to spread the
word.
Christianity
As Rome expanded, it took control
of the homeland of the Jews.
 This is when Jesus of Nazareth was
born (6-4 B.C.), he was both a Jew
and Roman subject.
 Ideas similar to that of Hebrews; but
also stress importance of people’s
love for God, neighbors, enemies,
and themselves.
Christianity (cont’d)
 Roman
Empire was hostile to
beliefs of Christianity and Judaism
in the beginning, yet it spread the
ideas.
 1) When the Romans moved Jews
from homeland, it also forced their
beliefs to move with them.
 2)Although they persecuted
Christians, religion took a strong
hold becoming official religion.
Islam
 Began
in the 600’s, based on
teachings of prophet Muhammad.
 Also monotheistic religion.
 Muslims required by religion to offer
charity and help to those in need,
rulers also must follow these rules.
Renaissance and Reformation
 By
the Middle Ages, the Roman
Catholic Church had become a
powerful institution in Europe.
 Built with authoritarian structure.
 However, two movements start to
take away this power.
 Renaissance and Reformation.