Jewish Star
What is the hebrew way of saying the Jewish star
magen david
What is a tallit?
a fringed garment
what is tefillin?
tefillin are small black boxes that contain a tiny scroll with a special part of the Torah folded up inside
what is a mezuzah?
a ritual object that is hung near doorposts
What does it mean for something to be holy?
It has religious significance and can remind us to behave in a certain way
what does magen mean?
shield
when is a tallit worn?
During holy times (such as when praying)
What prayer is written inside of tefillin?
Shema
what is the purpose of a mezuzah?
It helps remind us of G-d’s presence and that we should act in a holy manner
what did Ruth Bader Ginsburg advocate for?
gender equality
who was David?
King David was a great king in Jewish tradition. When he had to defend himself and his people, legend has it that he had a special symbol on his shield to help keep himself safe. Let’s imagine that his shield had a special star on it.
What are the strings attached to the tallit called?
tzitzit
Where is tefillin placed?
on the arm and forehead
what is the singular and plural way of saying this word?
mezuzah/ mezuzot
what does a kippa symbolize?
G-d, and reminds us to behave in a certain way
Name 3 places where can you find a magen david?
on the israeli flag, in the sanctuary, on an ambulance...
When do people typically receive their own tallit?
Bar/ Bat mitzvah
when is tefillin worn?
while praying
where are mezuzot not placed?
on bathroom doors
What are the letters on the dreidel?
Gimmel, Nun, Shin, Hey
why is the Jewish star called Magen David
because King David had a shield with a star on it that helped him remember G-d and make him feel protected
how is a tallit worn?
like a shawl
what is the difference between "shel rosh" and "shel yad"?
head vs. arm
what prayer is inside a mezuzah?
Shema
what is the difference between tzedek and tzedeka?
tzedek = righteous deeds
tzedeka = righteous deeds done specifically with money