Why didn't the Sadducees,as a group,survive beyond the first century?
A)The Romans dispersed them in the Diaspora.
B)Their narrow focus on Temple ritual could no longer be practiced after the destruction of the Temple in 70 CE.
C)They converted to Christianity.
D)They were shown the error of their ways by King Herod,and converted to emperor worship.

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The Sadducees were primarily associated with the Temple in Jerusalem and their priestly functions focused on Temple rituals. After the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE, their power and influence significantly declined, and their narrow focus on Temple ritual could no longer be practiced. This led to their eventual demise as a group.

Why Didn't the Sadducees,as a Group,survive Beyond the First Century