Rebbiem
What was Rabbi Yehuda Hanassi also known as?
Rebbe
What year did emperor Constantine die?
350 CE
How did Jewish communities respond when they could not worship publicly?
They kept practicing at home and supported each other.
What are the two main parts of the Talmud?
The Mishnah and Gemarah.
Over time, what happened to the power of the Nasi?
Over time it faded, and the Nasi became more of a figurehead.
Who was the eldest son or Rabbi Yehuda HaNasi?
Rabban Gamliel
What Emperor restored Jewish Right?
Emperor Julianus
What happened to many Jewish schools (yeshivas) in Eretz Yisroel due to persecution?
Many had to close, and scholars left for safer places.
Who were the Tannaim?
Early Jewish teachers who taught the Mishnah.
How did the rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire affect Jewish life in Eretz Yisrael?
It led to new rules and restrictions that made life harder for Jews.
Who led the Yeshiva, teaching Torah and protecting Jewish learning during difficult times after Rabbi Yehuda HaNasi died?
Rabbi Chanina bar Chama
What year did Emperor Julianus Die?
363 C.E.
What was one impact of edicts that prevented Jews from holding government jobs?
Jews found it harder to participate in society.
Who were the Amoraim?
The Amoraim were later Rabbis' who explained the Mishnah and added new laws. They wrote down discussions and customs, creating the Gemarah.
What is the main lesson from this period about leadership and change?
That adapting leadership structures can help a community survive tough times.
What did Rabbi Hillel II do to help Jewish communities stay connected?
He created a fixed calendar so Jews everywhere could celebrate holidays together.
Why did the early Christian Leaders see Judaism as a threat?
They feared Christians might be influenced or even convert to Judaism.
After Emperor Julianus tried to help Jews by restoring their rights, what happened when he died?
Persecution of Jews returned.
How did preserving the Talmud help the Jewish community?
It connected Jews to their heritage and taught values.
What challenges did Jews in Eretz Yisrael face under Roman rule? Provide 3 responses.
1. Unpredictable Roman rulers
2. Wars and instability
3. Changing religious laws
After the passing of Rabbi Yehuda Hansi, what were the titles of the were the two main leaders?
Nasi: The political and community head (like a president)
Av Beit Din: The head of the court and main Torah teacher.
How did the early Christian leaders' view of Judaism as a 'dangerous rival' lead to the closure of Yeshivas?
The view of Judaism as a 'dangerous rival' led to the closure of Yeshivas because Christian leaders aimed to suppress Jewish influence and education, forcing these schools to shut down and scholars to relocate for safety.
What did Emperor Theodosius II do in the early 400s that affected Jewish people?
Banned building new synagogues and limited Jewish rights.
What is one big difference between the Talmud Yerushalmi and the Talmud Bavli?
Talmud Yerushalmi: Shorter, less detailed, written in Israel.
Talmud Bavli: Longer, more widely studied, written in Babylonia
What was the 1st Massacre instituted by Christianity?
Theodosius II and the First Massacre In the early 400s, angry mobs attacked Jewish communities. Synagogues were destroyed, and many Jews were hurt or killed. The attacker’s believed Jews were cursed for not accepting Christianity.
Why was it smart for Rebbi to choose two different leaders with different roles instead of just one?
It was smart because having two leaders meant they could focus on different important things like community and learning. It prepared them by making sure there was a clear plan for leadership, so the community wouldn't fall apart if something happened to one leader.
What 4 laws did the Christians do once they saw Judaism as a threat?
No Government Jobs:
No Conversions:
No Owning Slaves:
No Intermarriage Marriage:
What happened when Rome fell in 476 CE?
The Western Roman Empire ended, and power shifted to the east.
Why did enemies target the Talmud? Give 3 reasons.
1. It was a Source of Strength Talmud gave Jews knowledge, identity, unity. Destroying it aimed to weaken community.
2. Different Beliefs Some saw the Talmud as a threat because it taught ideas different from theirs.
3. Control and Power Controlling or banning books was a way to control people’s beliefs and actions.
We've learned about the harsh rules and mistreatment Jews faced. Why do you think people followed these rules and treated Jews this way?
They followed the rules because the Christian leaders told them that Judaism was bad and dangerous. People might have feared what would happen to them if they didn't follow the rules or if they helped Jews.