Original language of the Jewish people and that of their sacred books.

Empire in southern Asia created by Cyrus the Great in the 6th century BC and destroyed by Alexander the Great in the 4th century BC.

A direct vote in which a country's people have the opportunity to approve or reject a proposal.

Greek teachers of philosophy, reasoning, and public speaking.

Moral uprightness; righteousness.

To move in waves or with a wavelike motion.

To scatter about, break up.

Free from error; absolutely dependable.

Unfavorable, threatening, of bad omen.

Glaring; tastelessly showy or overdecorated in a vulgar or offensive way.

Skilled in handling difficult situations or people, polite

To pull out by force.

The ability to form or understand an idea.

Highest point of attainment; the end.

Made easy; helped bring about, assisted.

Raised, flat mound of earth (dirt) that looks like a platform with sloping sides.

Strong columns that serve as support for some building or structure.

Made by bringing together different elements.

An enemy, opponent.

Hebrew name for God.

The fixed point around which a lever pivots.

An ancient name for the land of Israel; the promised land.

Exercising a compelling charm that inspires devotion in others.

Wealth, success.

To force someone to live in another country.

To let go, give up.

Extremely careful; particular about details.

To set fire to or ignite; excite or inspire.

To become real or actual.

Limited quantities of resources to meet unlimited wants.