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The Journey of the Hebrews: Abraham, Covenant, and the Promised Land

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This lesson explores the significant journey of the Hebrews, focusing on Abraham, who is known as the Father of the Hebrews. It examines the covenant that Abraham made with Yahweh, how it led them to Canaan, and their experiences with famine and slavery in Egypt. The narrative includes the Exodus under Moses, the receiving of the Ten Commandments, and the eventual establishment of the Hebrew Kingdom, highlighting key figures like King David and King Solomon. The foundational beliefs of Hebrew monotheism and the rise of Judaism are also discussed.

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The Journey of the Hebrews: Abraham, Covenant, and the Promised Land

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  1. Bellringer • Glue in pages • TURN IN ESSAYS!!!!!

  2. Agenda • Preview • Notes • Process • Summarization

  3. Objective #25 Journey of the Hebrews

  4. The Importance of Abraham • Known as the Father of the Hebrews • A shepherd from Ur • Made a covenant with Yahweh (God) • Took the Hebrews from Ur to Canaan (roamed around for may years)

  5. Abraham’s Covenant • Covenant = an agreement between God and people • Abraham agreed to move to Canaan and worship the one true God, and in return Yahweh promised that his descendants would be safe and prosper • This is why Canaan is referred to as the “Promised Land”

  6. Yahweh • Yahweh is the God of the Hebrews • The belief in only one true God is known as monotheism • Yahweh is not tied to a place, but is all-being and everywhere

  7. The Promised Land (First Try) • Located on the Eastern Edge of the Mediterranean • Occupied by the Phoenicians • Also known as Palestine • Near the modern day countries of Israel, Syria, Lebanon, and Jordan

  8. Life in Canaan • After moving to Canaan, Abraham and the Hebrew people experience a Famine • Famine is an extreme scarcity of food that leads to widespread hunger • Because of this Famine, the Hebrews leave Canaan for Egypt

  9. What happened to the Hebrews • Moved to Egypt. At first the Hebrews were accepted in Egypt. • Later forced into slavery

  10. Moses • The Hebrews fled Egypt under the leadership of Moses • This event is called “ The Exodus” • Moses was commanded by god to lead his people out of Egypt

  11. Ten Commandments • After leaving Egypt the Hebrews traveled across Sinai Peninsula. • As they travel across Moses climbed on top Mount Sinai and received the ten commandments

  12. Ten Commandments

  13. The Promised Land (Part 2) • After wandering in the wilderness, the Hebrews returned to Canaan • Canaan wasn’t empty! • Phoenicians • Philistines

  14. The 12 Tribes • The Hebrews were divided into 12 tribes, each ruled by a judge • One famous judge was a woman, Deborah • Chosen by god

  15. King David • United the tribes and defeated the Philistines • Founded the Hebrew Kingdom • Built Jerusalem as the capital city

  16. King Solomon • Built the first great temple in Jerusalem • Raised taxes to pay for building projects • Known for his wisdom

  17. The Hebrew Kingdom • Split into two – Israel and Judah • Over Solomon’s taxes • Israel conquered by Assyrians, Judah conquered by the Babylonians

  18. Hebrew Beliefs • Monotheism – Yahweh • Chosen people – not worried about converting people, just avoiding death • Hebrews founded a religion which became known as Judaism (after Judah)

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