Jewish Attributes
What does Tzedakah mean?
Charity - Giving to those in need
What is a Chuppah and what does it symbolize?
The canopy under which Jewish couples stand when they are married. It represents the new home a couple will create and the sheltering and protective presence of God.
Who is the bad guy in the Purim Story?
Haman
It represents the destruction of the Jewish Temple and reminds us that relationships are fragile and must be taken care of.
What does Teshuvah mean?
How many times do the Bride and Groom traditionally circle each other? What is a more modern version?
Traditionally, the Bride and Groom circle each other seven times. A more modern version has the Bride and Groom circling each other three times, followed by the couple making one circle together.
Who was King Ahasuerus's first wife?
Vashti
What is the Ketubah?
The marriage contract
What does Simhah mean?
Happy - Happy with one's life
What does the first Wine Blessing symbolize? What is wine a symbol of?
It represents the life they will share and create together. Wine is a symbol of joy and celebration, freedom, and creation. The wine is a symbol of the sweetness the couple will share in their new lives.
Where does the story of Purim take place?
Shushan
What is the Horah?
A traditional, celebratory circle dance in which the Bride and Groom are lifted in the air on chairs.
What does Hesed mean?
Respect - Show respect to others
What are the seven brachot? How have some couples modernized this tradition?
The seven brachot are traditional blessings said over the Bride and Groom. Some couples modernize this ritual by having friends and family offer seven non-traditional blessings in English.
How many corners does Haman's hat have and what cookie represents this?
3, Hamantashan
Recite the 4 questions.
Ma Nishtanah....
What does Gemilut Chasadim mean?
Acts of Loving Kindness - Being engaged in doing kindess
Why do Jewish couples exchange wedding rings with no ornaments?
To represent the hope that the marriage is a solid one of simple beauty.
Who helped Esther hide her identity and later save the Jews?
Mordechai
What are the 4 questions asking/answering?
Why is this night different from all other nights?
1. We dip twice.
2. We eat unlevened bread.
3. We eat bitter herbs.
4. We recline.