In those day, Israel fulfilled
its function; which was to show
the world how wonderful it can be
when you obey God and enjoy His
blessing.

The city of Jerusalem was to be
caretakers of the Word of God.

Romans 3:1-2 "What advantage,
then hath the Jew? Or what
profit is there of circumcision?
Much every way: chiefly, because
unto them were committed the
oracles of God."