Unit 1: Jewish Culture Flashcards
In Jewish culture, what did people usually eat?
People mostly ate bread or fish. On special occasions, or if you were rich, you would eat meat. People also ate fruits, nuts, wine and water.
In Jewish culture, what did houses typically look like?
Most houses were made out of clay and were one room. Rich people had stone houses with multiple rooms.
In Jewish culture, what furniture would you find in a house?
A house usually had a chest for storage, a basket or wood contained for measuring grain that doubled as a table and lamps. There was usually a communal stove.
In Jewish culture, what were common jobs?
Common jobs were farmers, fishers, shepards and trades.
In Jewish culture, how were slaves treated?
Slaves were treated somewhat fairly under the Law of Moses. Roman laws said slaves must be set free after seven years. Most Jews couldn’t afford slaves.
In Jewish culture, what groups were treated unfairly?
Samaritans, women, the poor, weak and the unclean were treated unfairly.
In Jewish culture, what was the typical age for brides and grooms?
Brides would marry as soon as they could physically have kids (about 14) and grooms were usually 20.
In Jewish culture, what was the role of the husband?
The husband was the leader of the family. His wife would call him lord or master. Children were his property.
In Jewish culture, why were meals so special?
Meals were an outward sign of unity and friendship. They were a time to socialize beyond their own people.
