How did the Ten Commandments shape Judaism? Moses led the Israelites back to the land of Canaan after they fled Egypt. Many Israelites returned to Canaan after the Persian empire took control. Why was Canaan a special location to the ancient Israelites? During the Babylonian captivity, Israelites lived in Babylon and Egypt. Again, after Alexander the Great defeated the Persian empire, Jews were displaced. Describe the result of the Jewish Diaspora, the spreading of the Jews beyond their historic homeland. Explain the significance of Abraham, Moses, Saul, David, and Solomon to the history of the Israelites. Which concepts of democracy can be traced to Judeo-Christian influences? Cite evidence from the text to support your answer. Study the chart titled The Ten Commandments in Judaism's Legacy. Then answer the following question: How do the Ten Commandments relate to modern laws?