Jewish objects
Our sacred scroll, typically read on Mondays, Thursdays and Shabbat
What is the Torah
“The heart is deceitful above all things.”
Torah!(Jeremiah 17:9)
Shalom/שלום
What is hello, goodbye, or peace
One of the most sacred place in Judaism, this famous wall attracts thousands of visitors each year in Jerusalem and is typically prayed at and people also tend to put notes to G-d in it.
What is the Hotel
An American actor, writer, and producer known for his career in film and television. He first gained fame as a cast member on Saturday Night Live and later became a consistent box-office draw with his comedy films, often featuring his signature immature and lovable characters. He is also well known for his baggy "dad" outfits!
Who is Adam Sandler
A little hat that men wear on their heads to symbolize that G-d is always above them
What is a Kippa
"Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil"
Torah! (Psalms 23:4)
Yam/יָם
What is ocean
An ancient fortress in southern Israel’s Judean Desert. Today, it serves as an archaeological park, typically hiked on your birthright Israel trip, that gives visitors the opportunity to learn about Jerusalem's history and look at the Dead Sea
What is Masada
An Israeli-American actress, director, and activist who has won an award for her role in Black Swan. Born in Jerusalem, she began her acting career in The Professional and is known for roles in major franchises like Star Wars and Marvel's Thor films. Beyond acting, she is a Harvard graduate with a degree in psychology and is involved in social and environmental activism.
A goblet used for sanctifying wine or grape juice on Shabbat and holidays
What is a Kiddush cup
“You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one.”
Music lyric! (John Lenon: Imagine)
Tzafon/צָפוֹן
What is North
In this place, Jews believe that the site is the burial place of one of our matriarchs. At this site in Israel, you can find Jews praying, as it is very holy.
What is Kever Rachel/The tomb of Rachel
Who is Jack Black
Small leather boxes with Torah verses, worn by men during weekday morning prayers
What is Teffilin
“All we are is dust in the wind."
Music lyric! (Kansas: Dust in the Wind)
טַבַּעַת/ Tabaat
What is ring
This historical gem tells the story of a young Jewish girl through her diary, this site is located on a canal called the Prinsengracht, close to the Westerkerk, in central Amsterdam.
An American-French actor known for his performances in both independent films and blockbusters, such as Call Me by Your Name, Dune, and Wonka
Who is Timothee Chalamet
A pointer used to help keep one's place while reading the Torah scroll
What is a Yad
“There’s a crack in everything, that’s how the light gets in.”
חבר/chaver
The city of Tiberias was founded along the western shore of this body of water and became a major center of Jewish learning. It is also the lowest freshwater lake in the world and gets its water from the Jordan river
What is the kinneret/Sea of Galilee
An acclaimed singer, actress, director, and producer who began her career in the 1960s. She is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, the only artist to have number-one albums in six consecutive decades, and has won numerous awards, including Oscars, Grammys, and Tonys.
Who is Barbra Streisand