Religion
This is something set apart that is special, something that provides meaning beyond what it is.
What is Sacred
He is considered to be the Father of the Jewish people; he had to leave his homeland and follow God
Who is Abraham
It's the religious practice of taking a rest on the 7th Day commanded by God
What is the Sabbath
The place were Jewish people come together to pray
What is a synagogue
The Southern Kingdom that had the capital Jerusalem, home to the Temple
What is Judah
These can come from sacred texts or the teachings of religious figures
What are Religious Beliefs
The promised land of the Israelites before it became Israel
What is Canaan
A meal that is celebrated to commemorate the passing over of the Hebrew first born males by the Angel of the lord. Egyptian first born sons were not as lucky
This practice is also the mark of the covenant which is a sign of belonging to the religion of Judaism
What is circumcision
He slayed Goliath, and was a king responsible for expanding territory
Who was David
These are considered to be the different ways of worshipping in a religion
What are practices
He was sent to free the Hebrews from slavery in Egypt. He also received the Ten Commandments from YHWH
Who is Moses
Traditionally, this is where the ten commandments were believed to be held
What is the Ark of the Covenant
Before synagogues, this was the central building in Jerusalem where Jewish people would gather and pray
What is the Temple
What are pastoral nomads
Houses of Worship and religious membership are ways that people can express this concept
What is belonging
What is monotheism
Its the festival of lights, taking place around the same time as the Christian holiday of Christmas
What is Chanukkah?
A form of belonging where Jewish people don't eat certain foods; meat with dairy, pork, and shellfish are some examples
What is Kosher
He was considered a wise king in Israel, but also unpopular due to all the taxes and military draft
Who is Solomon
This is the experience where one feels connected to something bigger than themselves; the feeling of awe and wonder that allows us to glimpse the eternal
What is Transcendence
It was the mutual promise between YHWH and his people, laying out the terms: Land and protection for loyalty and following the laws
What is the Covenant
Many of the rituals, traditions, and festivals in Judaism are outlined in this holy book
What is the Torah
What is a bar/bat mitzvah
The belief that God is all-powerful, all-knowing, and everywhere
What is omnipotent, omniscient, and omnipresent