would there have been non religious Hebrews in Jesus' time, or was attendance at Temple compulsary?

Answer 1

Most Jew's (like myself) are born into Judaism. We are proud of our heritage and feel we play an important part in history, being the Chosen People of God. At the time of Jesus, Jew's were expecting the coming of the Messiah more than ever, with the Romans persecuting them and life being at an all-time low. Needless to say, religious moral was at a high. To answer the second question, after the destruction of the second temple in Jerusalem (in which sacrifices and prayers were conducted by rabbis), the religious activities went to the people. Everyday Jews took over, which is why nearly every Jewish family participates in every Jewish holy holiday. So that helps answer the first question. Hope this helps.

Answer 2

most Jews in Palestine (Israel area) were quite religious. there were groups dedicated to the correct practice of Judaism that would "patrol" the temples and cities to make sure worship was being done properly. there were also Jews in Greek and roman cities all over the Mediterranean area. the farther one got from Jerusalem and Palestine the less likely they were to follow the strict rules of Judaism at the time. this was because the most devote would naturally move to Palestine, and also because Jews in Greek and roman cities would be influenced by pagan culture and thus be Jew in name only, not by practice.

Answer 3

There were indeed non religiuos jews in jesus' time just as there are today. Sadly today we also have phony Christians , they make non believers shun God altogether.