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

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

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.

A dispersion of people from their homeland

Heavily armed Greek infantrymen who marched and fought in close ranks; most of the recruits were middle-class citizens.

The wealthy, hereditary aristocrats during the Roman era.

A person who leads a life shut up or withdrawn from the world.

Capable of being shaped.

Progress toward a destination or goal.

Relevant, related to the matter at hand, to the point.

To regain health or strength.

Open resistance; bold disobedience.