Which of the following correctly matches the Jewish figure with their role in history? A Abraham took his family (and beliefs) t
o Egypt after a famine struck B David established Jerusalem as the capital of Israel C Moses became the first king of the nation of Israel D Saul united the twelve Hebrew tribes into a single nation of Israel
B David established Jerusalem as the capital of Israel
Explanation:
King David was the second king of the Kingdom of Israel. He united 12 tribes of Israel and ruled it since 1005 BC. BC, to 965 BC Kr. His father was Jesse Bethlehem, and was succeeded by his son Solomon.
David was chosen by God and promised that his lineage would not be broken.
Therefore, from antiquity, the Jews believe that the Messiah would be a direct descendant of David. The Christian scriptures, especially the New Testament, indicate that Jesus is a direct descendant of David.
David, King of Israel, founded Jerusalem as early as 1000 BC and Solomon built the first Jewish temple around 950 BC.
