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Compose a timeline of the major rulers of Palestine from 333 BCE to 70 CE. Between 333 BCE and 70 CE, Palestine was caught in the tug-of-war between the more powerful nations around it, as well as the political aspirations of the Jewish people.

Compose a timeline of the major rulers of Palestine from 333 BCE to 70 CE. Between 333 BCE and 70 CE, Palestine was caught in the tug-of-war between the more powerful nations around it, as well as the political aspirations of the Jewish people. As such, there were a series of rulers and kings staking claim to this region. To grasp the cultural and political background of the New Testament, you must identify the major rulers and the nations they represent as well as the timeline of their rule. Why, for example, in the crucifixion narratives does Jesus appear before both Herod and Pilate? Why did Paul makes a defense before both Jewish and Roman political authorities? Learning Activity #4: Rulers of Palestine Timeline Compose a timeline of the major rulers of Palestine from 333 BCE to 70 CE in three stages. First, identify the nations who ruled Palestine during this period and list the dates of their rule. This will serve as the framework into which the rulers will be placed. It will also help you to keep the big picture in mind while you work. Next, identify individual rulers by placing them within the framework of the nation on whose behalf they rule. Give the approximate dates of each ruler’s reign in Palestine. During Roman rule, you may find that there were Roman governors and figurehead rulers. List both and indicate whether the ruler is a figurehead ruler. There is not one way to do your outline. Be creative, but make sure that the information is presented clearly and accurately.

Demonstrate how the historical background of the New Testament illumines the dating of specific New Testament passages.

Demonstrate how the historical background of the New Testament illumines the dating of specific New Testament passages. Your study of New Testament history and background will pay off as you begin to interpret the New Testament more accurately and share what you are learning with those you are discipling. It also will help you understand how to date certain passages and how the New Testament books relate to one another. Learning Activity #7: Historical Background Investigation Paper You will do an investigative activity that will bring your prior work together in this first week, and help you understand the dating of certain New Testament passages. Here are three New Testament passages all relating to a Herod, who is in some way ruling Palestine: — Matthew 2:1-5; — Mark 6:14; — Acts 12:1, 20-22. Write a 2 page paper addressing the following. To achieve maximum points for content and analysis, the following elements need to be thoroughly addressed:  Identify each Herod by name.  Based on the specific Herod mentioned in the passage, give an approximate date range for each passage.  Tell what is significant about the dating of the first passage.  Provide at least two sources. If you cite a dictionary it will be in addition to the required two sources. The Bible is not to be listed on the References page, but does have to be cited in-text.

Articulate an accurate definition of Hellenism. Hellenism is a major cultural force during this period and understanding it is crucial to interpreting the New Testament. The advance of Hellenism, and the struggle against it, shapes the major religious groups of the period as well as the spread of the gospel in the history of the early church.

aticulate an accurate definition of Hellenism. Hellenism is a major cultural force during this period and understanding it is crucial to interpreting the New Testament. The advance of Hellenism, and the struggle against it, shapes the major religious groups of the period as well as the spread of the gospel in the history of the early church. Learning Activity #5: Hellenism Discussion Discussion should be synthesis of all readings for this unit. See especially Calvin J. Roetzel: pp. 2-12 The World That Shaped The New Testament An accurate definition of Hellenism will be our online discussion topic for the week. Write a one-paragraph definition of Hellenism that synthesizes the material from your reading. Your definition should give insight into the key points of Hellenism, its scope, its influence and why some groups would fight against it.

Discuss about a specific Religion ” Seven day Adventist” Just (Pretend) that you visited a seven day Adventist Church and explain how they Worship. Explain what you chose to do

talk about a specific Religion ” Seven day Adventist” Just (Pretend) that you visited a seven day Adventist Church and explain how they Worship. Explain what you chose to do for your paper. (1-2 paragraphs)  Explain the motive behind your choice. (1-2 paragraphs)  Provide a brief summary of the worship experience you selected. Limit this to 2 pages. The summary should not be the bulk of your paper. (1-2 pages)  Write about the religious aspects of your experience. If you go to a worship gathering you will need to focus on the sermon/exhortation to be able to write this section. (1-2 pages)  Explain the impact this experience had on you and your belief system