Which of the following statements demonstrates the importance of Jews in the Hellenistic world?
A) King Ptolemy II's order that the Hebrew Bible be translated into Greek
B) Antiochus IV's support of Jewish traditions and worship in Jerusalem
C) Queen Arsinoe II's second marriage to an Alexandrian Jew
D) King Ashoka's use of Hebrew as one of the languages in his public inscriptions

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King Ptolemy II's order for the translation of the Hebrew Bible into Greek, known as the Septuagint, highlights the significant presence and cultural integration of Jews in the Hellenistic world, especially in Alexandria, where there was a large Jewish community. This translation made Jewish scriptures accessible to non-Hebrew speaking Jews and Gentiles, reflecting the importance of Jewish culture and religion in the broader Hellenistic society.

Which of the Following Statements Demonstrates the Importance of Jews