Throughout Jewish history, Josephus played a big role in playing in both the Jewish and the roman side. His ability to switch side between two rivals gave him a unique perspective Than other historian meaning he was able to see the Romans in Jewish perspective and also vice versa Jewish in Romans perspective. Although Josephus popularity among the Jewish community in Jerusalem turned from love to hatred because he switched sides and surrendered to the roman empire, However even though Josephus was in the roman side he was still mourning and feeling guilty for the Jewish community. he was his contribution to the Jewish history have lead his audience to view those to rivals lifestyle and also for the audience who has a little knowledge …show more content…
their size started increase daily by a lot of thugs like them from every side. in all districts of Judaea, there was similar an increase of terrorism. Almost every moves was dictated by several chiefs of the bandits, so when strife(conflict) and disorder broke out in the capital the rascals, with freedom villains in the country could with freedom, running lawsuit, and each group after stealing goods from their own village they disappear turned away into the wilderness. Where they formed an army of thieves. However when the Romans decided to take over Jerusalem most of the Zealots and their followers ended up taking their own life including the leader instead of surrendering. While other political parties who was sided with the roman empire they believed that the “God had selected the Romans as the latest instrument of punishment for transgressions”(149) in other word they believed that god was in the roman side and they were ready to accept their fate. In his book The Jewish War ,Josephus conveys after all those conflicts the roman ended up winning the war, resulting Titus to destroy the temple of Jerusalem and take all the the temples goods (as seen in image
Firstly, through Joseph’s memories and thoughts, conflict is revealed by him remembering his experiences with his son. Joseph recalls the first time he went camping overnight in the woods with David. That evening, Joseph knew his son was awake, “but was not sure whether [he] had been happy or just tired. He could not ask him, even then.” Joseph always had troubles talking to his son, but hoped that his actions had made an impact on his son, leaving him a time to remember and enjoy; a time he was happy. Joseph knew his son was bright, “proud of the many new things [he] could read and understand,” but worried that would lead him to going away. Joseph remembered the day David went off to
Joseph was ordained into the priesthood in 1951. He was considered a highly knowledgeable theologian and was appointed a professor in 1958. His writings defended the Catholic doctrine and values.
Unlike the Koran Joseph isn’t proven guilty or innocent. Instead Joseph willing decides to take his garment off. It stated, “and he left his garment in her hand and fled outside, she called out to the people of the house and said to them, saying, see, he has brought us a Hebrew man to play with us (The Hebrew Bible, 182).” It is clear that Joseph willingly took of his garment because he perhaps thought that would be a safe and quick way to remove himself from the situation. Little would he have imagined it would back fire and become the man reason he is thrown in
The Israelite cult is set apart from other cults in that the people were bound together to worship one God. “The distinctiveness of the Israelite cult is nothing other than the limitation of cultic activity to one particular patron deity” (Anderson, 1987;3). The cult’s foundation of worship centered on those sacrificial gifts and offerings that were given to Yahweh. In addition, the Israelite cults were village centered. In the beginning of the 12th century BC, settlements on the hill country of Judea and Ephraim began to increase in number and density. The farming that took place on these hills allowed Israelites to gain an independent economy from surrounding cult economies (Anderson, 1987;23).
Ultimately, Jesus Christ Superstar is just another Jesus film. Unique to its rock-opera genre, it is an attempt to
battles; so many criminals were sent to the gladiatorial schools. Since the criminals were getting
You can read his story in Genesis, Chapters 37-50. The first note of him concerns his ability to dream and interpret dreams. Joseph was a dreamer and he had a dream. His dream took at least two forms. In one version of his dream he was a sheave of wheat and his family were also sheaves of wheat that had been gathered at harvest and were waiting to be carried in to be stored. In Joseph’s dream, all the other bundles of wheat bowed down to his. In another version of his dream he was a star. Again, his family were also stars and heavenly bodies. Again, all the other stars and heavenly bodies bowed down to his star in his dream.
...of the world turn violently against them, it added, the group would be ''mentally prepared'' for whatever came its way. They also allude to the example of the Jews at Masada who killed themselves rather than submit to Roman legions in A.D. 73.
Jesus was created by God and deemed to be his son. He preached Jewish reform to all who would listen. In addition, he was known to heal the sick and cast away evil demons. Jesus was always able to control, but not create. He didn’t create any defense for himself when he was about to be killed, but he did make a martyr of himself. The death of Jesus creates a completely separate religion from Judaism. This split God’s people into two different sections. Later, one began persecuting the other, and in some places, hasn’t stopped to this day. This is not the outcome that God would’ve wanted.
In The Bible, the story of Joseph is a tale about a seventeen year old young man who was the oldest of his fathers' sons. He was also his father's favorite son. Joseph often had dreams which showed him as being a savior for his people. For this reason, he was sold into slavery by his own envious brothers. Joseph went on to make a better life for himself in Egypt, but it was not long before he was thrown into prison after being
Joseph Smith Jr. was a very religious and God fearing man. He founded the Latter Day Saint movement, better known as the Mormon Church. He was persecuted by some and embraced by others, as well. He has been one of the most controversial men in history, today, because of his beliefs and his teachings. They were different for his time and still very strange for our time.
According to the scripture, Jesus descended from the tribe of Judah, a Semitic origin, an offspring of David, and a Jew. Joseph the earthly father of Jesus Christ was a descendant of king David. Both Joseph and his wife Mary were Jews (Genesis 49:8-10; Number 24:17; Isaiah 7:14; 9:7; 11:10; Jeremiah 23:5-6; Micah 5:2; Matthew 1:18-25; 2:6; Luke 1:26-27, 30-33; 2:4-5,7; Acts 13:22-23; Romans 15:12; Revelation 5:5). The prophecies in the Bible foretold that Jesus will be falsely accused, rejected, betrayed, spat on, buffet, struck him with palms of hands and condemned Him to death by His own people the “Jews” (Psalm 35:11, 19; 118:22; Isaiah 8:14; 28:16; Mark 14:57-65; Luke 23:18; John 1:11; 6:41-66; 15:24-25; Acts 4:11; 1 Peter 2:6-8).
It was especially hard for the Jews to fit in to a Christian society. Jews do not share the Christian belief that Jesus is the Son of God. Because of this belief they were viewed as outcasts in most Christian societies. Most Christians taught that the Jews were responsible for the death of Christ. However, we know now that Jesus was executed by the Roman government. The Romans viewed Jesus as a political thread to their rule.
Judaism is one of the most ancient religions in the world. Abraham, his descendants, and Moses are believed to have been the founders. According to Jewish beliefs until Abraham man worshiped many Gods. The story begins with Abraham and his wife Sarah trying to conceive a child. When Abraham was 99 and Sarah 90 God came to Abraham and told him they would have a son. After the child was born God again came to Abraham and tested his beliefs by asking him to sacrifice his only son Isaac. Isaac willingly went with Abraham to be sacrificed. Before Abraham could sacrifice Isaac God sent an angel down to stop him. As a reward for his faith God made a covenant with Abraham that he and his descendants would be protected as long as they continued to show faith in him and live a life that was wholesome. Also from this it is said God blessed Abraham with many children. His son Isaac had two sons Jacob and Esau, Jacob who changes his name to Israel had twelve sons. Israel’s had twelve sons they are the “12 tribes of Israel” and their descendants are later known as the Israelites also called Hebrews.
While most westerners know the story of Joseph as a passage from the end of the book of Genesis in the Bible or the Torah, understanding the story and its intricacies in sura 12 of the Qur’an proves equally important. Joseph’s story in Genesis emphasizes his personal abilities and God rewarding him and his people’s loyalty and faith amidst hardship. The Qur’an takes the same plot and enforces the theme of monotheism and Joseph’s prophetic role in its spread. The Qur’an’s interpretation serves as a more influential religious text in the context of its body of belief, whereas the Biblical story of Joseph, with its thematically intriguing story line and embellishments, comparatively serves a greater literary purpose. By reading and understanding both passages, one can gain a clearer knowledge of what is regarded as important to the Jewish, Christian, and Islamic faiths.