WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE ANCIENT MIDDLE EAST AND EGYPT 3200 BC500 BC

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Israelite ethics stressed ____
A
the duty of the poor to serve the rich
B
the teachings of the book of Psalms
C
their leaders’ god like status
D
personal morality and social justice
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The most basic principle of the Christian moral life is the awareness that every person bears the dignity of being made in the image of God. He has given us an immortal soul and through the gifts of intelligence and reason enables us to understand the order of things established in his creation.

Detailed explanation-2: -Justice is related to bringing about what is right and fair. Jews believe that their personal wealth is on loan from God so they should give to charity in order to bring justice to the poor. Tzedekah means that charity is an obligation rather than a choice.

Detailed explanation-3: -What do the laws of Judaism say about the moral values of the Israelites? These laws show that Israelites were concerned with honoring God above men; with issues of right and wrong; and helping the less fortunate.

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