History of Judaism
Where Hebrews go to pray is called a?
Synagogue
What is Monotheism?
This term describes when a religion only believes in one God.
What is a bar/bat mitzvah?
Ceremony marking the rite of passage into adulthood.
The symbol of Jewish people
Star of David
Original Language?
Who is Abraham?
The "father" of the Hebrew people.
What are the Ten Commandments?
Basis of Jewish laws.
How many times a day do Jews pray?
3 times. Morning, noon & evening.
What is the Jews sacred text?
Torah. The first 5 books of the Hebrew Bible.
The teachers who help interpret the Jewish laws are called?
Rabbis
Who is Moses?
He led the Hebrew people out of slavery.
What is Tzedakah?
Tzedakah is the Hebrew word for charity and justice.
Tzedakah is an obligation Jewish people have with God to help bring fairness to the world.
What is "kosher"?
Food that is allowed in Judaism food law. Kosher animals have split hooves and many stomachs, if it isn't Kosher Jewish people may not eat it.
What is a mezuzah?
A small case containing a parchment with Hebrew verses, attached to the doorposts of Jewish homes. It symbolises a commitment to a Jewish way of life within the home.
What is the number of followers of Judaism today?
15.8 million
Who is Isaac?
The son that Abraham was asked to kill.
What is the 5th commandment?
"Thou shalt honour your father and mother."
What is Passover? How long does it go for?
Passover is a major Jewish holiday that commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. It goes for 8 days.
What is a kippah/yarmalke?
Worn by men on their heads to denote devoutness.
What are the the age requirements for a bar mitzvah and a bat mitzvah?
Bar Mitzvah - 13
Bat Mitzvah - 12
The location of the first Jewish temple?
Jerusalem
What is the Mitzvot?
Mitzvot (mitzvah) are commandments in Judaism, primarily the 613 laws from the Torah, which are understood as God's will for the Jewish people.
What is the Sabbath (Shabbat)?
The time between Friday sunset and Saturday sunset where where Jews choose not to do any work or secular activities, and rather focus on their personal relationship with god.
What is a menorah?
A candle lit on Hanukah.
What is Yom Kippur?
Yom Kippur means Day of Atonement. It is the most sacred and solemn day in the Jewish calendar. Yom Kippur is a day to reflect on the past year and ask God's forgiveness for any sins.