Judea (en. Judea)
[xuˈðea]
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Ancient region located south of Israel, which was home to the Jews.
Ancient Judea was an important center for Jewish religion.
La Judea antigua fue un centro importante para la religión judía.
Name given in antiquity to the region where the Kingdom of Judah was established.
The ruins of historical Judea are a tourist attraction.
Las ruinas de la Judea histórica son un atractivo turístico.
Region associated with many biblical narratives.
Many accounts of the New Testament take place in Judea.
Muchos relatos del Nuevo Testamento se desarrollan en Judea.
Etymology
From Latin 'Judaea', which comes from Greek 'Ἰουδαία' (Ioudaía), related to the tribe of Judah.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Land of Judea
Reference to the historical region of Judea, often used in biblical contexts.
Tierra de Judea
Walking through Judea
Expression that can refer to a historical or religious journey in the region.
Caminar por Judea
Spirit of Judea
Term used to describe Jewish culture and traditions.
Espíritu de Judea
Related Words
Jewish
A person belonging to the Jewish people or following the Jewish religion.
judío
Judaism
Religion and culture of the Jewish people.
judaismo
Jerusalem
Capital of Israel, located in the region of Judea.
Jerusalén
Slang Meanings
Reference to Jewish culture.
That place has a very Judea atmosphere.
Ese lugar tiene un ambiente muy judea.
Used to describe a person very traditional in their way of thinking.
He is very Judea in his opinions about family.
Él es muy judea en sus opiniones sobre la familia.