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What is the Ark in a synagogue?
What are Torah scrolls?
The Torah scrolls include the books of Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy.
The everlasting light represents the eternal God.
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What do the Ten Commandments remind Jews?
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What is the Bimah used for?
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What is the Rabbi's podium?
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What is the function of the Cantor's and Torah reading table?
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What does the Menorah represent?
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Study Notes
Synagogue Features
- Ark: A special cupboard with a curtain where Torah scrolls are stored, essential in all synagogues.
- Torah Scrolls: The sacred texts consisting of the first five books of the Bible (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy), traditionally attributed to Moses.
- Everlasting Light: Positioned above the Ark, symbolizing the eternal nature of God in Jewish faith.
- The Ten Commandments: A set of ten important religious and moral laws given by God, serving as foundational rules in Judaism.
- Bimah: A raised platform where the Torah is read and where the Rabbi delivers sermons, central to synagogue worship.
- Rabbi's Podium: The space from which the Rabbi preaches on the Sabbath, focusing on interpreting the Torah's teachings for contemporary life.
- Cantor's and Torah Reading Table: Designated area for reading from the Torah during services.
- Menorah: A seven-branched candelabrum representing the seven days of creation, an important symbol in Jewish tradition.
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Test your understanding of important terms related to the synagogue, including the Ark and Torah scrolls. This quiz will enhance your knowledge of Jewish religious practices and symbols. Perfect for students and anyone interested in Judaism.
