Typical House at the time of Jesus Flashcards
1
Q
Why were the walls whitewashed?
A
To refract sunlight
2
Q
What was the first floor mainly used for?
A
stable for animals
3
Q
Describe the upper level
A
- where the family lived
- wooden chest was where family’s special things were
- jars contained water, oil and grain
- oil lamp burned day and night because Jews did not like darkness
4
Q
Where were the steps leading to the roof?
A
on the side of the house
5
Q
What was the roof used for?
A
sitting
eating
sleeping
6
Q
Where would the family sit for meals?
A
Would roll mats on the floor.
7
Q
What did the family’s diet mainly consist of?
A
bread, cheese, fruit + herbs. Would have rarely eaten meat.
8
Q
Where would have the family slept in the night?
A
Would have rolled mats and lay down on the bed.
