Birth (Brit Milah/Bris)
What is Brit Milah?
Circumcision ceremony for Jewish boys.
When does a boy become Bar Mitzvah?
At age 13
What is the Torah?
Jewish sacred text.
What does “Shalom” mean?
Peace, hello, or goodbye.
Which holiday recalls the Exodus?
On what day is it performed?
The 8th day after birth.
What does Bar/Bat Mitzvah mean?
Son/daughter of the commandment.
What is a yad used for?
Pointing at Torah text.
What is a mitzvah?
A commandment or good deed.
Why light the menorah on Hanukkah?
To remember the oil miracle.
Who performs it?
A mohel.
What changes after the ceremony?
They become responsible for mitzvot.
Who leads and teaches in Judaism?
A rabbi.
Meaning of “Baruch Atah Adonai”?
Blessed are You, Lord.
What happens on Yom Kippur?
Fasting and asking forgiveness.
What does does it symbolize?
The covenant with God.
What do they often do during the ceremony?
Read from the Torah?
What is bimah?
Raised platform for Torah reading.
What is tzedakah?
Charity or justice.
What is Rosh Hashanah?
Jewish New year.
What is given to the baby?
A Hebrew name.
Why is it important?
It marks religious adulthood.
What are tefillin?
Boxes with Torah verses worn during prayer.
What is a siddur?
Jewish prayer book.
What is a sukkah?
A hut for Sukkot.