Handout
The British Museum

British Museum: Explore World Cultures: Israelites

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the art of the ancient Israelites in this historical overview with accompanying image gallery with object descriptions of Israelite art from the British Museum collection.
Article
Other

The Third Pillar of the Saving Halakoth

For Students 9th - 10th
This website gives a very different approach to Christology; one worthy of investigation. The essenes were a very special part of biblical history, and this present-day group claims authentic ties with the original Israelites.
Unit Plan
Tom Richey

Tom Richey: The Nation of Israel: C. 1200 586 b.c.

For Students 9th - 10th
Learning module in which AP history teacher, Tom Richey, tells the story of the ancient Israelites illuminating the significant impact they had on the region and the world. Includes unit material, lecture notes, videos and primary sources.
Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Judaism, an Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Judaism is a monotheistic religion that emerged with the Israelites in the Eastern Mediterranean. This short introductory article discusses the history of Judaism, its sacred texts, and Jewish law.
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Philistines

For Students 9th - 10th
This article explores the Biblical history of the Philistines, a tribe of people, seen as enemies to the Israelites. It was to this group that Goliath belonged. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source...