What was a major difference between the religion of the early hebrews and the religions of other early cultures such as the sumerians and egyptians? the hebrews believed in many gods and goddesses associated with elements of nature. the hebrews believed their god favored them only if they made continual offerings. the hebrews believed their god had faults that were similar to human faults. the hebrews believed in one all-powerful god who was present everywhere.