Jewish History
This ancient leader recieved the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai.
Moses
The Jewish New Year celebrated with apple's and honey.
Rosh Hashanah
The Jewish prayer book used for daily and holiday services.
Siddur
This braided bread is eaten on Shabbat and holidays.
Challah
The seven-branched candelabrum that stood in the ancient Temple.
Menorah
The destruction of this holy building in Jerusalem in 70 CE led to the Jewish Diaspora.
Second Temple
On this day, Jews fast and reflect on their actions to seek forgiveness.
Yom Kippur
The language of most Jewish prayer and much of the Torah.
Hebrew
These potato pancakes are a Hanukkah favorite.
Latkes
The small box affixed to doorposts that contains a parchment with Hebrew verses.
Mezuzah
This woman, who became queen of Persia, saved her people from Haman’s plot.
Esther
This eight-day holiday celebrates the miracle of oil lasting longer than expected.
Hanukkah
This cap or head covering is worn as a sign of respect and reverence.
Kippah or Yarmulke
This stuffed dumpling-like food is often eaten on Purim.
Hamantaschen
The declaration of faith beginning “Hear, O Israel,” found in the Torah.
Shema
The Jewish revolt led by this family resulted in the rededication of the Temple, celebrated during Hanukkah.
the Maccabees
This weekly day of rest begins at sunset on Friday and ends at nightfall on Saturday.
Shabbat
This Jewish coming-of-age ceremony marks a boy’s or girl’s entry into religious adulthood.
Bat/Bat Mitzvah
This dish made of noodles, eggs, and sugar can be sweet or savory and is often served at Jewish gatherings.
Kugal
This symbol, often found on the flag of Israel, is a six-pointed star.
Star of David
This 20th-century event led to the deaths of six million Jews during World War II.
Holocaust
On this holiday, people build temporary outdoor shelters to remember the Israelites’ journey through the desert.
Sukkot
The ancient scroll that contains the Five Books of Moses.
Torah
This sweet, round food is eaten on Rosh Hashanah to symbolize the cycle of a new year.
The Jewish place of worship is called by this name in English and Hebrew.
Synagogue