Jewish Holidays
The word "good" in hebrew
Tov
The braided bread traditionally eaten on Shabbat.
Challah
The Jewish country established in 1948.
Israel
This classic Jewish soup is known for its fluffy dumplings.
Matzo Ball Soup
Jews eat matzah instead of bread during this eight-day holiday.
Passover
The hebrew word for Hello, Goodbye, and Peace
Shalom
This small hat, often worn by Jewish men, is a symbol of reverence.
Kippah (or yarmulke)
The Jewish holiday that celebrates the Exodus from Egypt
Passover
A Jewish deli favorite, this cured beef is often served on rye bread with mustard.
Pastrami
The holiday when Jews fast for 25 hours and ask for atonement
Yom Kippur
Hebrew word for charity
Tzedakah
The coming-of-age ceremony for a 13-year-old Jewish boy or girl
Bar/Bat Mitzvah
The name of the movement that sought to establish a Jewish homeland in Israel.
Zionism
This deep-fried potato dish is traditionally eaten during Hanukkah.
Latkes
This holiday that we celebrate that signifies reaching the end of the torah each year
Simchat Torah
What is the hebrew word for Grandfather?
Bubbe
The holiday where Jews build a temporary hut called a sukkah.
Sukkot
The Jewish Holiday that celebrates the victory of the Maccabees and the rededication of the Temple
Channukah
A traditional Ashkenazi Jewish dish, this fish is poached and often served with horseradish.
On this holiday, Jews read from the Book of Esther and dress in costumes.
Purim
What is the general Hebrew term for cool, awesome, or everything is good
Sababa
The prayer shawl worn during morning prayers.
Talit
How many times was the ancient temple destoyed?
2 times
A sweet, rolled pastry filled with poppy seeds, chocolate, or fruit.
Rugelach