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What does 'Messiah' mean?
What do Jews believe about the coming of the Messiah?
Jews believe they will return to Israel, the Temple will be rebuilt, and all nations will go there to worship G-d.
Match the following covenants with their descriptions:
Covenant with Adam = God would provide for Adam and the Human race Covenant with Noah = God would never flood the earth again Covenant with Abraham = God promised Abram many children Covenant with Moses = Based on laws given at Sinai
Jews believe that the coming of the Messiah will be preceded by the return of Elijah.
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What is a covenant in Judaism?
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List the six covenants in Judaism.
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God's covenant with Noah promised that He would never again flood the earth in return for humans to abide by the ______ code.
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What did Jews believe about the Messiah in ancient times?
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What was God's covenant with Moses known as?
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What was God's promise to Abram in his covenant?
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Study Notes
Core Beliefs about God
- Judaism is strictly monotheistic; belief in one God.
- God is personified, made in human likeness, not just a force.
- God is the creator of the universe and everything within it.
- God continually sustains the universe, actively involved in its maintenance.
- God is holy, transcendent, pure, and set apart; some Jews use terms like Hashem or Adonai to refer to God.
- God is omnipotent, possessing all power and allowing human free will.
- God is omniscient, possessing infinite knowledge.
- God is omnipresent, present everywhere simultaneously.
- God is the Lawgiver, having inscribed the Torah.
- God serves as the True Judge, with a belief in judgment after death.
- God acts as a Redeemer, mercifully saving people from sin and suffering.
Understanding the Messiah
- "Messiah" translates to "the anointed one."
- Historical anointing in Jewish scripture includes: priests, kings, David's ancestors, patriarchs, and some prophets.
- Jews believe the Messiah will be preceded by the return of Elijah.
- The Messiah is expected to cleanse the Jews of sins and establish God's Kingdom.
- Isaiah foresees the Messiah enduring suffering for the sins of the people.
Ancient and Modern Views of the Messiah
- In ancient times, the Messiah was anticipated to rescue Jews from Roman rule and restore their homeland.
- Modern beliefs include a future return to Israel, rebuilding the Temple, and universal worship of God during the Age of the Messiah.
Concept of Covenant
- A covenant is a solemn, often religious promise or contract.
- Marriage contracts serve as a common example of covenants in Judaism.
Six Major Covenants in Judaism
- Key covenants made between God and significant figures: Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, David, and Jeremiah.
- These covenants affirm Jews as God's chosen people, with the promise of God's care in exchange for dedication to Him.
Specific Covenants
- Adam: God pledged to provide for Adam and humanity; the only requirement was to be fruitful and rule over creation.
- Noah: God vowed never to flood the earth again; humans must follow the Noachide code, which includes prohibitions against murder, theft, and idolatry.
- Abraham: Three pivotal promises included: a promised land for his descendants, innumerable offspring, and the requirement of circumcision (Brit Milah) for males.
- Moses: Known as the Sinai Covenant, established during the Israelites' desert wanderings, detailing God's laws and expectations for the people.
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