The Ten Commandments and Jewish Law

The Origins of Judaism

6th Grade·Social Studies·NCHS

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Explain the Ten Commandments and how Jewish law guided daily life and worship.

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The Origins of Judaism

6th Grade · Social Studies · NCHS

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Learners will explain the fundamental teachings and practices of Judaism, compare Jewish monotheism with polytheistic religions of Southwest Asia, and assess the significance of the Babylonian captivity for Jewish survival.

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WH-ERA-3.S1.4National Center for History in the Schools Standards · 6th Grade

[Grades 5-12] Explain the fundamental teachings and practices of Judaism and compare Jewish monotheism with polytheistic religions of Southwest Asia. [Compare and contrast differing sets of ideas]