Question
Mention two groups of people who were hated by Jews during the time of Jesus
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During the time of Jesus, two groups that were often viewed with animosity by many Jews were:
1. **Romans**: The Roman Empire occupied Judea and imposed heavy taxes and governance that many Jews resented. The Romans were seen as oppressors, and their practices, including the worship of emperor cults, conflicted with Jewish religious beliefs.
2. **Samaritans**: The Samaritans were a group that had historical and religious ties to the Jews but were often viewed with contempt. The animosity stemmed from historical conflicts, differing religious practices, and disputes over the rightful place of worship, with Jews considering the Temple in Jerusalem as central, while Samaritans had their own temple on Mount Gerizim.
These tensions are reflected in various accounts in the New Testament and historical texts from that period.
1. **Romans**: The Roman Empire occupied Judea and imposed heavy taxes and governance that many Jews resented. The Romans were seen as oppressors, and their practices, including the worship of emperor cults, conflicted with Jewish religious beliefs.
2. **Samaritans**: The Samaritans were a group that had historical and religious ties to the Jews but were often viewed with contempt. The animosity stemmed from historical conflicts, differing religious practices, and disputes over the rightful place of worship, with Jews considering the Temple in Jerusalem as central, while Samaritans had their own temple on Mount Gerizim.
These tensions are reflected in various accounts in the New Testament and historical texts from that period.