Jewish Scriptures
How many months are there in a regular Jewish Year?
12 months
What is the term for the ceremony where Jewish boys read from the Torah for the first time?
a Bar Mitzvah
What was the real name of the Ba'al Shem Tov?
Yisroel ben Eliezer
What are the first five books of the Hebrew Bible collectively known as?
the Torah
What does the Torah emphasize about social justice?
The importance of helping those in need.
What is added in a Jewish Leap Year?
What significant change has occurred regarding Bat Mitzvahs in modern Judaism?
That girls now also participate in Bat Mitzvahs
What foundational concept did the Ba'al Shem Tov emphasize in his teachings?
Having faith and humility.
Which part of the Hebrew Bible includes the teachings of prophets like Isaiah and Jeremiah?
the Prophets (Nevi'im)
What is the meaning of "Tikkun Olam" in Jewish belief?
The concept of repairing or improving the world.
Which Jewish holiday celebrates freedom from Egypt?
Passover
Describe one traditional role of women in Judaism.
Being the keeper of the home and family
Which branch of Judaism was influenced by the Ba'al Shem Tov's teachings?
Hasidic Judaism
Name one key theme emphasized in the Torah regarding justice.
Treating people fairly (e.g., "Justice, justice shall you pursue")
How are moral decisions viewed in Judaism?
That individuals are responsible for their choices.
What is a common feature of the Jewish calendar regarding the months?
Each month starts with the new moon
What movement in the 19th century began to advocate for women's rights within Judaism?
Reform Judaism
Name one lesson the Ba'al Shem Tov learned as a child that influenced his teachings.
To fear no one but God and to love all fellow Jews
In which section of the Hebrew Bible would you find the Book of Psalms?
the Writings (Ketuvim)
What phrase from Leviticus summarizes the Jewish value of loving one’s neighbor?
"You shall love your neighbor as yourself"
How do the dates of Jewish festivals vary in relation to the civil calendar?
They change from one year to the next based on the lunar calendar.
What is a current debate regarding women’s roles in traditional vs. Reform Judaism?
Whether women can serve as rabbis
How did the Ba'al Shem Tov’s teachings challenge traditional views of faith?
That faith and good intentions are as valuable as scholarly knowledge
How does Judaism view free will according to the scriptures?
The belief that people can choose between right and wrong
How is the importance of family portrayed in Jewish life?
Through teachings in the Torah about mutual respect and care.