Political Situations At The Time Of Jesus Flashcards
1
Q
Why did Jesus have to live under Roman rule?
A
Because the Romans had conquered all of the Jewish lands
2
Q
Explain Roman rule
A
> the emperor was Roman
Romans invaded Palestine in 63BCE
Palestine was part of the Roman Empire
soldiers marched and patrolled the streets in towns and villages across the land.
3
Q
What was life like living under the Romans
A
Life could be good if you adapted to their ways.
The Romans built roads,cities,invented better systems of communication, put in entertainment, brought sanitation.
There laws were strict but fair.
4
Q
Where was the cross roads between Europe Africa and Asia?
A
Palestine
