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Who made a covenant with Yahweh?
Who made a covenant with Yahweh?
Abraham and Moses
Which of the following religions are considered Abrahamic religions?
Which of the following religions are considered Abrahamic religions?
Moses was born a prince in Egypt.
Moses was born a prince in Egypt.
False
What did God help the Israelites do in Egypt?
What did God help the Israelites do in Egypt?
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Where did Moses receive God's commandments?
Where did Moses receive God's commandments?
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What is the Tanakh?
What is the Tanakh?
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What is the nature of Judaism?
What is the nature of Judaism?
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Jews believe that the __________ has not come yet.
Jews believe that the __________ has not come yet.
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How can someone become Jewish?
How can someone become Jewish?
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Match the following components of the Ten Commandments with their principles:
Match the following components of the Ten Commandments with their principles:
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Study Notes
Introduction to Judaism
- Judaism is one of the major world religions, centered around the worship of Yahweh and the adherence to His covenants.
Forefathers of Judaism
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Abraham: Considered the founder of Judaism and a key figure in Christianity and Islam (collectively known as Abrahamic religions).
- Originated from Ur, Mesopotamia, and later moved to Harran.
- Made a covenant with Yahweh, emphasizing belief in one true God.
- His covenant included blessings for his family and commands such as circumcision and the sacrifice of his son Isaac.
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Moses: Known as the Law-Giver, pivotal in the history of the Israelites.
- Born as an Israelite slave in Egypt; saved by being placed in a basket on the Nile River.
- Raised as a prince; he later killed an Egyptian and fled to Midian.
- Led the Israelites out of Egypt, particularly during the tenth plague where God spared the Israelites' firstborns.
- Crossed the Red Sea by divine intervention, which resulted in the drowning of pursuing Egyptians.
Sacred Scriptures of Judaism
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Tanakh: The Hebrew Bible, divided into three sections:
- Torah (Teaching): Contains laws given to Moses by God.
- Nevi’im (Prophets): 22 books from earlier and later prophets.
- Ketuvim (Writings): Various works reflecting Israelite experiences and cultural influences.
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Talmud: A compendium of Jewish law and ethics.
- Mishnah: Written collection of oral traditions.
- Gemara: Commentary on the Mishnah.
The Birthplace of Judaism
- Canaan is recognized as the historical birthplace of Judaism, located in the southern Levant.
Concept of God
- Judaism is strictly monotheistic, recognizing only Yahweh (YHWH) as the singular deity.
- The Jewish belief includes the anticipation of the Messiah, who is expected to unite the world.
Followers of Judaism
- Adherents can be referred to as Jews, Israelites, or Hebrews.
- Often described as "God's chosen people."
- Conversion to Judaism is possible through a formal declaration of faith.
The Ten Commandments
- Given to Moses by God at Mount Sinai as essential moral guidelines for the Israelites.
- Key commandments include:
- Identification of Yahweh as the sole deity.
- Prohibition against idolatry and misuse of God's name.
- Observance of the Sabbath and honoring parents.
- Moral directives against murder, theft, and false testimony.
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Explore the foundational aspects of Judaism, focusing on its key figures such as Abraham and Moses. Understand the covenant made with Yahweh and the significance of monotheism in Jewish faith. This quiz will help you grasp the essential beliefs and historical context of Judaism.
