Jewish Holidays and Miracles Quiz

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Who are considered a miracle for their willingness to protect their land and people?

The young men and women who serve in the Israeli army.

Who are described as a miracle for continuing to study in a synagogue where holy rabbis were attacked?

The scholars and students of Torah.

Who is praised for standing up against resurgent anti-Semitism despite media distortions and UN hypocrisy?

The Jews.

What is the common theme that ties together the different groups highlighted as miracles?

Gratitude for human initiatives and actions. Signup and view all the answers

According to King David, what makes man a miracle?

Being made a little lower than the angels and crowned with glory and honor. Signup and view all the answers

Which two Jewish holidays are specifically mentioned in the text for emphasizing miracles?

Hanukkah and Purim Signup and view all the answers

What is the prayer recited on Hanukkah and Purim to give thanks for witnessing miracles?

Al Ha'nissim Signup and view all the answers

Which major Jewish holiday, known for the story of the Exodus, surprisingly does not have the liturgical formulation acknowledging miracles?

Passover Signup and view all the answers

What event during the Exodus story involving the Israelites and the Red Sea is mentioned as a remarkable event of divine intervention?

The splitting of the Red Sea for the Israelites Signup and view all the answers

Which holiday does the text mention where the children of Israel stood under the mountain of Sinai and received the Ten Commandments?

Shavuot Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used in the text that refers to the blessings expressing gratitude for miracles performed for Jewish ancestors?

Al Ha'nissim Signup and view all the answers

What makes the holidays of Hanukkah and Purim different from other biblical holidays?

Jews acclaim miracles that result from superhuman efforts of mankind Signup and view all the answers

Why is the emphasis on miracles in Hanukkah and Purim placed on human achievements?

To highlight moments when people rose to the challenge of living up to their potential and attaining spiritual heights. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Hebrew word 'nes' in relation to miracles?

It is at the root of 'nisayon', which means test, indicating that miracles are tests of our Divine potential. Signup and view all the answers

Why do the holidays of Hanukkah and Purim focus on human heroes rather than divine interventions?

To show that humans have the ability to imitate God and accomplish true miracles. Signup and view all the answers

What role did Esther and Mordecai play in the story of Purim?

Esther and Mordecai played pivotal roles in facing the peril of genocide and responding with heroism. Signup and view all the answers

What qualities are highlighted as essential for creating real miracles according to the text?

Courage, faith, and wisdom Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest is our role on earth in relation to miracles?

To be a miracle, not just pray for one Signup and view all the answers

What made the victory of the Hasmoneans in the story of Hanukkah highly unlikely?

The few against the many, reason would not have given them a chance for victory Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the modern-day people of Israel in relation to miracles?

As modern-day Maccabees enduring hardships while maintaining faith and commitment to their land Signup and view all the answers

What is the main message conveyed by the stories of Hanukkah and Purim according to the text?

Humans have the potential to achieve greatness and create miracles through their actions Signup and view all the answers