Prior to the destruction of the Second Temple, which of the following areas of the world contained Diaspora communities? Responses Central Asia Central Asia - no response given Great Britain Great Britain - no response given Japan Japan - no response given Southern Africa

Answer 1

Prior to the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE, Diaspora Jewish communities were primarily found in regions such as Central Asia, Great Britain, and parts of Southern Africa, although the presence in those areas was likely less prominent or established compared to the Mediterranean basin and regions like Rome, Alexandria, and other parts of the Eastern Mediterranean.

1. Central Asia: There were Jewish communities in regions such as the area around the Silk Road, where trade facilitated the movement of people and the establishment of communities.

2. Great Britain: While there is evidence of Jewish presence in Britain before the destruction of the Second Temple, it was limited and not as substantial as in other areas.

3. Japan: There is no historical evidence of significant Jewish communities in Japan during this period.

4. Southern Africa: Evidence suggests there were no established Jewish communities in Southern Africa at that time.

In summary, while Central Asia and Great Britain may have had some presence of Jewish communities, Japan and Southern Africa would likely not have contained significant Diaspora communities prior to the destruction of the Second Temple.