Holidays
This weekly holiday begins at sundown on Friday and ends at nightfall on Saturday
What is Shabbat?
He built an ark and survived a great flood.
Who is Noah?
This city is the capital of Israel.
What is Jerusalem?
This braided bread is traditionally eaten on Shabbat.
What is challah?
: This common Hebrew greeting means both “hello” and “peace.”
What is shalom?
On this holiday, Jews read the Book of Esther and shake groggers
What is Purim?
This leader received the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai.
Who is Moses?
This sea, the lowest point on Earth, borders Israel to the east.
What is the Dead Sea?
These fried treats are popular during Hanukkah and are made from grated potatoes.
What are latkes?
The Hebrew alphabet contains this many letters.
What is 22?
This fall holiday includes building and dwelling in temporary booths.
What is Sukkot?
She was the first matriarch and the wife of Abraham.
Who is Sarah?
This Israeli national holiday commemorates the founding of the state in 1948.
What is Yom Ha’atzmaut?
This stuffed cabbage dish is often served during Jewish holidays in Ashkenazi homes.
What is holishkes?
This Hebrew word means “thank you.”
What is todah?
This holiday commemorates the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai.
What is Shavuot?
He interpreted Pharaoh’s dreams and became a powerful leader in Egypt.
Who is Joseph?
Israel’s parliament is known by this name.
What is the Knesset?
This triangular pastry filled with poppy seeds or jam is a Purim favorite.
What are hamantaschen?
In Hebrew, this word means “commandment” and is often used to refer to the 613 found in the Torah.
What is mitzvah?
Known as the “New Year for Trees,” this lesser-known holiday is celebrated with fruits and planting.
What is Tu Bishvat?
This judge and prophetess led Israel to victory against the Canaanites.
Who is Deborah?
This high-tech city in Israel is often called the "Silicon Wadi."
What is Tel Aviv?
This slow-cooked stew, often made for Shabbat, includes beans, barley, meat, and eggs.
What is cholent?
This word means “repairing the world” and is a core concept in Jewish social justice.
What is tikkun olam?