Distinguish between Jewish sects of First Century Palestine. In First Century Palestine, there were three main Jewish sects, each with their unique theological emphases, their own understanding of their calling as God’s people, and their own understanding of how theology and calling should be lived out in their moment in history. If you confuse the theology and calling of these three sects, you will misunderstand how the New Testament writers interact with them.

Distinguish between Jewish sects of First Century Palestine. In First Century Palestine, there were three main Jewish sects, each with their unique theological emphases, their own understanding of their calling as God’s people, and their own understanding of how theology and calling should be lived out in their moment in history. If you confuse the theology and calling of these three sects, you will misunderstand how the New Testament writers interact with them. Learning Activity #2: Jewish Sect Theology Summary Write a summary of the theology of three Jewish sects in First Century Palestine. You will choose three Jewish sects and briefly summarize their unique understanding of theology, their calling as God’s people, their way of interacting with Hellenism, and their understanding of how their calling should be lived out.