Juduism Facts

     Judaism has been around since 1300 B.C., especially after the destruction of the second Temple in 70 A.D. It has an approximate estimation of 14 million people worldwide. According to the attached website, the main god in Judaism. In Judaism, everyone obeys God's commandments, and live their life by it. Also, they live ethically. And also, they focus more on the current life, instead of the life they will have after death. The Judaism afterlife is not historically emphasized, but some believe vary from a shadowy afterlife, and it ranges to a world to come, which is similar to the Christian's Heaven. One practice of Judaism is the bah/ bar mitzvah, which is celebrated when a boy or girl turns fifteen. On saturdays, they have services at the synagogues. In the religion, they don't eat pork or other non-kosher foods.And the Jewish holidays are related to historical events. In Judaism, the holy book is called the Torah, and it's written in Hebrew. Some other facts about the religion is that it is on of the oldest religions in the world. Modern Judaism is a complex phenomenon that incorporates both a nation and a religion.

How Hadrian Helped and Hurt Rome.

     I, Hadrian, the great Roman Emporer, am finally retiring. I decided to write a story on my life and my influence on the Roman Empire. During my reign, I did many things that would be an important part in Rome's history that will be forever remembered. The greatest of those acheivements was building Hadrian's Wall. But however, some people think that some of the stuff that I've done over the years, has eventually led to hurting Rome.
     By far my most famous acheivment as Emporer, was building Hadrian's Wall. This wall was a defensive fortification in Roman Britain. In the Empire, it was the strongest and most heavily guarded border. Although the wall was mainly used for military reasons, but its many tunnels have been used for trading and levy taxation. But no matter what it was used for, it was and will always be as important to everyone in Rome as it is now.
     Another great acheivement that I have accomplished is rebuilding the Panthenon. I rebuilt this building to honor all of the Roman Gods. After I had finsished the construction of the Panthenon, I rebuilt the Temple of Venus and Roma, one of the largest temples in all of Rome. I rebuilt it for Venus Felix (the bringer of good fortune), and Roma Aeterna (Eternal Rome). Although, these two buildings might not be standing many years from now, I would like everyone to know that I had rebuilt two of the greatest buildings ever.
     However, there have been things in my life that I have done that most people would feel were failures. The biggest one of these was supposedely causing a Jewish revolt in 132. It is said that it was caused because I rebuilt Jerusalem. However, the revolt was said to have been cause when I did not allow for the Jewish people to be there except for one day a year. Because of this, it is believed that the Jewish people revolted which caused great harm to Rome.
     As I look back onto my life as Emporer of Rome, I remember doing great things for the empire. However, it is arguable that I have caused great harm as well. But overall, most people will remember me for building Hadrian's Wall. I just hope I'm not remembered for the Jewish revolt of 132. But in my poinion, and in the opinion of many of my followers in Rome, I have been one of the greatest emporers who will always be remembered.

Christmas Day Facts

Faith-Botswana1: People stay awake at night on Christmas Eve to sing Christmas songs.
2. The churches are decorated elaborately, and people go to the church to celebrate the birth of Christ.
3. The flag is blue and had a black stripe through it.

Gunner-Zambia
1: Many churches show nativity scenes for several days before Christmas.
2: One or two days before Christmas, locals begin caroling for charities.
3:On Christmas Day, Children get gifts for less fortunate kids.

Dale- Costa Rica
1: They decorate the Christmas tree, like we do.
2:On Christmas Day, most people go to Church.
3: Once they leave the church, they go home and open gifts.

Lindsey-Bosnian
1: Trees are decorated with toys, chocolate, and bulbs.
2:They have traditional Turkey dinners.
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John-Romania
1: Christmas is celebrated from December 24, to January 7.
2:They make stars out of glossy papers.
3:Ignant Day, is on the 20th of December.

Nate-Turkey
1: On Christmas, the refrain from eating, smoling, and drinking.
2: It lasts for 29-30 days.
3: They fast from sunrise to sunset.

Caleb-Zimbabwa
1: People are very festive before Christmas starts.
2:Parties usually start a month before Christmas.
3. Kisimisi is the traditional name for Christmas.

Josh-Brazil
1: They create a nativity scene for Presepio.
2:Papai Noel, is the Brazillian Santa.
3: Most Christmas songs are imported.

Australia-Courtney
1:They also celebrate using a Christmas Tree.
2: They hang up lights and other decorations.
3: Because it doesn't snow, they spend Christmas on Beach.

Philippines-Hannnah
1: Christmas starts on December 16.
2: Christmas Eve is a night without sleep.
3: They decorate their house with lanterns and other lights.

Ireland-Gabrielle
1: The Irish came up with the idea of a wreath.
2: Christmas last from Dec. 24 to Jan. 8
3: Santa Claus is often known as "Santy."

Bolivia-Abby
1: Christmas is highly religious.
2: People put up Nativity scenes.
3: In the city, fireworks are set off.

Thailand-Viola
1:There is no snow on Christmas.
2: Over 90% are Buddhist.
3: For dinner, they have curry instead of Turkey and traditional American foods.

New Zealand-Sara
1: People use pohutukawa trees for their Christmas Trees.
2: Many people barbecue for Christmas.
3: Santa is called Father Christmas.