1) Like any religion, it provided answers that seemed reasonable to those accepting it, then and now. Many of the alternatives seemed (and still seem) very unreasonable: manmade idols which people could trade or order ready-made at markets, were "Gods"? The idea of only one supreme, spiritual being could make sense....and Judaism was the first monotheistic belief.
2) To many, it was all they knew (like many today know very little of other beliefs than those they were taught).
3) The society of those adhering to it was supportive of believers. (And later, being one of God's chosen people probably enticed some).
4) Then, throughout history, the Jews were displaced or forced to move from one area to another. (The Exodus from Eygpt under Moses, is just one of many examples). For example, did you know that the actions of the King of Spain in 1492 was a momentous year in history and the development of Europe? Not because of Columbus, but because in that year the Spanish king outlawed Judaism (that is, he mandated Christianity and outlawed observing anything else). Spain was a huge Jewish center with a large population. Forced to give up their belief or leave (some stayed and hid their observances), they looked for new areas to move to; and eastern Europe...Poland, etc. were basically what was possible....so off they went. Probably spreading the faith as they did so.
5) In the early years they probably had good management of resources, success against enemies, and good fortune while many others probably didn't. All of that probably helped.
6) The growth was not consistent. There were periods of growth or spread and periods of loss or contraction, over thousands of years.
Answer At numerous points in the history of Judaism, Jews were taken into captivity by other nations. The people spread, so their beliefs also spread. Answer Generally speaking, throughout history Judaism hasn't really spread per se. Rather it has survived and grown naturally through childbirth. This is due to the fact that Judaism doesn't proselytize and the number of converts throughout history has been minimal. Keep in mind that during most of history and in most places, converting to Judaism was considered a capital offense, punishable by death or losing all your possessions. Generally speaking most Jews are descendents of Jews. Only in recent years has conversion to Judaism picked up a bit, relatively to previous generations.Judaism spread fast so equals yes
Judaism did not spread at all in Rome. The Ancient Romans were hostile to Jewish practice.
No.
Judaism was spread by the repeated expulsion of Jewish people from places where they had lived. Wherever they went, they took their Judaism with them. The people who helped spread Judaism were comprised of those who ever said "We gotta get these $%@#& out of our nerighborhood". Also, to be precise and avoid a misconception that the question may imply . . . Judaism spread geographically, with Jews who migrated geographically. It was never spread by persuasion, because Judaism has never included a proselytizing ethic. That means that Jews do not try to convert people.
Judaism was spread by the repeated expulsion of Jewish people from places where they had lived. Wherever they went, they took their Judaism with them. The people who helped spread Judaism were comprised of those who ever said "We gotta get these $%@#& out of our nerighborhood". Also, to be precise and avoid a misconception that the question may imply . . . Judaism spread geographically, with Jews who migrated geographically. It was never spread by persuasion, because Judaism has never included a proselytizing ethic. That means that Jews do not try to convert people.
Judaism was spread by the repeated expulsion of Jewish people from places where they had lived. Wherever they went, they took their Judaism with them. The people who helped spread Judaism were comprised of those who ever said "We gotta get these $%@#& out of our nerighborhood". Also, to be precise and avoid a misconception that the question may imply . . . Judaism spread geographically, with Jews who migrated geographically. It was never spread by persuasion, because Judaism has never included a proselytizing ethic. That means that Jews do not try to convert people.
Judaism was spread worldwide by the repeated expulsion of Jewish people from places where they had lived. Wherever they went, they took their Judaism with them. The people who helped spread Judaism were comprised of those who ever said "We gotta get these $%@#& out of our nerighborhood". Also, to be precise and avoid a misconception that the question may imply . . . Judaism spread geographically, with Jews who migrated geographically. It was never spread by persuasion, because Judaism has never included a proselytizing ethic. That means that Jews do not try to convert people.
Gradually.
Yes.
Abraham.
France.
Judaism was not spread in Ancient Rome. The Romans frowned on Jewish practice, often restricting it or forbidding it.