news, including the gospel, could be spread rapidly by focusing on the major cities in each territory. (2) Hellenization spread as the result of imperialism. Greek culture and influence could be found everywhere. For Jews, this provided significant enticements to disobey their Law. All the subjugated peoples were exposed to the breadth of Greek religion and philosophy. Major libraries (especially in Alexandria) and universities (especially in Tarsus) were founded. Jews divided among themselves as