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Who is considered the greatest religious leader by Jews after Prophet Moses?
Who is considered the greatest religious leader by Jews after Prophet Moses?
Which Jewish scholar attempted to harmonize Jewish beliefs with Greek philosophy, particularly with Aristotle's?
Which Jewish scholar attempted to harmonize Jewish beliefs with Greek philosophy, particularly with Aristotle's?
What was the aim of the Cabala philosophical system that began in Spain?
What was the aim of the Cabala philosophical system that began in Spain?
Which of the following was NOT a common restriction imposed on European Jews?
Which of the following was NOT a common restriction imposed on European Jews?
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Which major event caused conditions for Jews in Europe to worsen significantly?
Which major event caused conditions for Jews in Europe to worsen significantly?
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Where did many Jews flee to escape severe persecutions in Europe?
Where did many Jews flee to escape severe persecutions in Europe?
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What was the title of the book written by Maimonides that attempted to harmonize Jewish beliefs with Greek philosophy?
What was the title of the book written by Maimonides that attempted to harmonize Jewish beliefs with Greek philosophy?
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What was the primary goal of the philosophical system known as Cabala?
What was the primary goal of the philosophical system known as Cabala?
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What compelled many Jews to leave Europe and immigrate to the United States?
What compelled many Jews to leave Europe and immigrate to the United States?
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Which color did European Jews commonly have to wear as a distinctive marker?
Which color did European Jews commonly have to wear as a distinctive marker?
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What is the significance of Male Circumcision for early Israelites?
What is the significance of Male Circumcision for early Israelites?
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Which of the following is NOT a reason why Jews stopped pronouncing the name YaHWeH?
Which of the following is NOT a reason why Jews stopped pronouncing the name YaHWeH?
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What does the prohibition against graven images of God result in for the Jewish faith?
What does the prohibition against graven images of God result in for the Jewish faith?
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Who is considered one of the most admired figures in Jewish history as a prophet?
Who is considered one of the most admired figures in Jewish history as a prophet?
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Which event led to the destruction of Jerusalem and the leaders of Judah being taken captive to Babylon?
Which event led to the destruction of Jerusalem and the leaders of Judah being taken captive to Babylon?
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What is Moses known for in Jewish history?
What is Moses known for in Jewish history?
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'Jealous God' in Jewish faith refers to a God who?
'Jealous God' in Jewish faith refers to a God who?
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'A Religion of the Word' in Judaism emphasizes what aspect?
'A Religion of the Word' in Judaism emphasizes what aspect?
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'Everlasting Love' as described in the Book of Hosea symbolizes what?
'Everlasting Love' as described in the Book of Hosea symbolizes what?
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How did Isaac and Jacob inherit the covenant that Abraham had with God?
How did Isaac and Jacob inherit the covenant that Abraham had with God?
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What event does the Passover, Pesach, commemorate?
What event does the Passover, Pesach, commemorate?
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Which Jewish festival marks the end of the yearly reading of the first 5 books of Jewish Scriptures?
Which Jewish festival marks the end of the yearly reading of the first 5 books of Jewish Scriptures?
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What is celebrated during Purim in the Jewish faith?
What is celebrated during Purim in the Jewish faith?
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What is the central symbol in the Festival of Lights, Hanukkah?
What is the central symbol in the Festival of Lights, Hanukkah?
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Which Jewish festival commemorates God's providence during the Israelites' sojourn in the desert?
Which Jewish festival commemorates God's providence during the Israelites' sojourn in the desert?
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What is celebrated by having special foods served at a seder or ceremonial meal?
What is celebrated by having special foods served at a seder or ceremonial meal?
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On which day do Orthodox Jews have a 24-hour fast and are prohibited from various activities including eating, drinking, and bathing?
On which day do Orthodox Jews have a 24-hour fast and are prohibited from various activities including eating, drinking, and bathing?
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'Sabbath offers a taste of the age to come when the whole world enjoys the light of God.' What is NOT permitted during Sabbath according to Orthodox Jews?
'Sabbath offers a taste of the age to come when the whole world enjoys the light of God.' What is NOT permitted during Sabbath according to Orthodox Jews?
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'The observance of Sabbath remains a key element of Jewish worship.' What phrase best describes Orthodox Judaism's stance on Sabbath observance?
'The observance of Sabbath remains a key element of Jewish worship.' What phrase best describes Orthodox Judaism's stance on Sabbath observance?
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Which branch of Judaism believes that personal conscience must be the final rule of life?
Which branch of Judaism believes that personal conscience must be the final rule of life?
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