Brachot (Blessings)
What blessing (blessings, actually) are said over wine to usher in the Sabbath or a holiday?
Kiddush!
According to Jewish belief, how many commandments are found in the Torah?
Hint: Pomegranate
613 Mitzvot!
What does CRUSY stand for?
Central Region USY!
What should you do if you don't know the answer to someones religious question?
Ask a rabbi, do some research, etc!
How are you planning on incorporating rel/ed things into programs?
If one hears someone reciting a blessing, what is the proper response?
Amen!
In how many days, according to the Torah, did God create the world?
6 days!
What is the Abraham Joshua Heschel Honor Society?
The Heschel Honor Society recognizes USYers committed to the study of Torah, prayer, and performance of G’milut Chasadim (acts of loving kindness).
What is one thing you SHOULD be doing as a rel/ed?
Yay!
Why is it important to have a detailed program write up?
To stay organized and on track!
One of the most popular blessings in Judaism is the Shecheheyanu - "Blessed are You ... who has kept us in life, and has sustained us, and has enabled us to reach this season". In which of the following situations would it be appropriate to say this blessing?
When wearing a new coat for the first time, When eating the first fruit of the season, When arriving in Ben Gurion Airport for your first visit to Israel, All of these
All of these!!
What is the most commonly used name in Judaism for God?
Hint: Literally means "The Name"
HaShem!
Where was the first USY chapter?
Minneapolis, Chicago, San Fransisco, Philadelphia
Minneapolis!
What is a good theme idea for a D'var Torah?
Excellent!!
How can you be a Dugma (an example) for others?
Yay!
When would the blessing, "Blessed are You ... who remembers the covenant, and keeps His promise faithfully" be recited?
Hint: Noah's Ark
Over seeing a Rainbow!
What is the Hebrew word for "commandment"?
Mitzvah!
How many regions are there in USY, according to Wikipedia?
15 regions!
List an idea for a Passover program!
What is one of your weaknesses as a leader?
Let's work to strengthen this area!
The _______ is arguably the rarest blessing in all of Judaism, recited only once every 28 years.
Prayer for a Confusing Dream, Blessing on Seeing 600,000 People, Blessing on a Rainbow, The Blessing of the Sun
The Blessing over the Sun!
It was common for Jewish rabbis to use an abbreviated form of their name. What was Maimonides' real name?
Moshe Ben Maimon!
Who is the current USY International president?
Sam Zuckerman!
What is a goal you have for this year?
Anything realistic!
What is your strength as a leader?
Great!