Golden Haggadah Flashcards

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What is the title of the Golden Haggadah?

Golden Haggadah

What culture is associated with the Golden Haggadah?

Late Medieval Spain

What is the date of the Golden Haggadah?

1320

What is the content area for the Golden Haggadah?

Early Europe and Colonial Americas Signup and view all the answers

What medium is used in the Golden Haggadah?

Illuminated manuscript (pigments and gold leaf on vellum) Signup and view all the answers

Who is pictured in the upper right quadrant of the Preparation of Passover?

Miriam (Moses' sister) Signup and view all the answers

What is the story of Passover?

Moses led the Jews out of Egypt with a series of miraculous events Signup and view all the answers

What ultimately convinced the Egyptian Pharaoh to free the Jews?

The last and most miraculous plague Signup and view all the answers

How did the Angel of Death know what homes were Jewish?

Jews painted a red mark on their door Signup and view all the answers

What is a Seder?

The ritual meal that marks the beginning of Passover Signup and view all the answers

What scene is depicted in the bottom left of Scenes of Liberation?

Israelites crossing the Red Sea safely and Moses looking back at drowning Egyptians Signup and view all the answers

What is the Haggadah?

Book used to tell the story of Passover around the Seder table Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'Haggadah' mean in Hebrew?

Narration Signup and view all the answers

How many miniatures does the Golden Haggadah contain?

56 Signup and view all the answers

Why is it called the 'Golden' Haggadah?

Each miniature is decorated with a brilliant gold-leaf background Signup and view all the answers

What indicated that the Golden Haggadah was used for a ceremonial purpose?

The fine condition Signup and view all the answers

Why were haggadot exempt from the rule forbidding the making of graven images?

It was considered education instead of religious Signup and view all the answers

To what is the style of the Golden Haggadah similar?

Christian Gothic manuscripts Signup and view all the answers

Identify three characteristics that indicate it was created during the Gothic period.

Long flowing body, small architectural details, patterned background Signup and view all the answers

Identify an example of a Jewish manuscript that blends both Christian and Islamic influences.

Sarajevo Haggadah Signup and view all the answers

Where was the cross-cultural borrowing of artistic styles especially strong?

Medieval Spain Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Golden Haggadah Overview

The Golden Haggadah is an illuminated manuscript created in 1320.
This manuscript originates from Late Medieval Spain, reflecting the cultural and artistic milieu of that period.

Artistic Characteristics

Created using pigments and gold leaf on vellum, demonstrating high artistic craftsmanship.
Contains 56 miniatures, each set against a brilliant gold-leaf background, enhancing its luxurious appearance.
Exhibits similarities to Christian Gothic manuscripts, typical of the Gothic artistic style.

Important Themes and Content

The Haggadah serves as a narrative book used during the Seder meal, recounting the story of Passover—the liberation of the Jews from Egypt under Moses' leadership.
Central scenes include the Israelites crossing the Red Sea and miraculous events that led to their freedom.
The "Angel of Death" identified Jewish homes by the red marks on their doors, which protected them from the final plague.

Cultural Significance

The term "Haggadah" in Hebrew means "narration," emphasizing its function in storytelling during Passover celebrations.
Haggadot (Jewish Passover texts) were exempt from prohibitions against "graven images" as they were viewed as educational rather than religious.

Cross-Cultural Influences

The manuscript showcases the blending of Jewish, Christian, and Islamic artistic influences, particularly notable in Medieval Spain.
The Sarajevo Haggadah is cited as a significant example of a Jewish manuscript that integrates elements from both Christian and Islamic art traditions.

Usage and Preservation

The Golden Haggadah is in fine condition, indicating it was used for ceremonial purposes, reflecting its importance in Jewish tradition and practice.

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