Judaism Unit 2 Practices

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What is the purpose of Brit Milah?

  • To celebrate a girl coming of age
  • To perform a religious circumcision (correct)
  • To participate in a communal prayer
  • To honor a boy's transition to manhood

What age does a boy celebrate his Bar Mitzvah?

  • 11 years old
  • 12 years old
  • 14 years old
  • 13 years old (correct)

Which of the following statements is true about the Mishnah and Gemara?

  • The Gemara predates the Mishnah.
  • They are collected together in one work. (correct)
  • The Mishnah is a commentary on the Gemara.
  • They are unrelated texts in Jewish tradition.

What is the Bat Mitzvah ceremony associated with?

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Rituals in a religious context primarily refer to what?

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What is Shabbat in Jewish tradition?

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Which of the following is NOT one of the three sections of the Tenakh?

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Which section of the Tenakh includes the writings?

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What does the Mishnah represent in Jewish tradition?

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What is Gemara in relation to the Mishnah?

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Which of these accurately describes the Torah?

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Which statement defines the term Nevi'im?

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Which of the following correctly identifies the Talmud?

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What does the term 'Kosher' refer to?

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What is the duration of the mourning period known as 'Shiva'?

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Which of the following best describes 'Kaddish'?

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What are dietary laws in Judaism known as?

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What is meant by 'Trefah' in Jewish dietary laws?

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What defines a legal union in the context of marriage?

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What is the primary purpose of mourning?

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What does the term 'daughter of the commandments' refer to?

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What is the minimum number of adults required for a Jewish religious service?

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Which object is specifically used for the reading of the Torah in a synagogue?

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What does the Star of David symbolize in Judaism?

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What is the purpose of the Ner Tamid in a synagogue?

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Which of the following best describes Orthodox Jews?

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What does the Tallit represent during prayer?

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What is the name of the person who leads prayers in a synagogue?

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What does the Chanukiah have that the Menorah does not?

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Which of the following best describes the role of a Rabbi?

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What is the meaning of the term 'Amidah'?

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Flashcards

Synagogue

A building for Jewish public prayer, study and gathering.

Minyan

A group of at least 10 adults; the minimum number of Jews required for a Jewish religious service.

Menorah

A 7 branched candlestick.

Chanukiah

A 9 branched candlestick.

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Star of David (Magen David)

A symbol of Judaism, is said to represent the shield of King David who ruled Israel in the 10th century BCE.

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Bimah

A platform in a synagogue from where the Torah is read.

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Aron Ha Kodesh

The Ark, the holiest part of the synagogue, which contains the Torah scrolls.

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Rabbi

A Jewish religious leader and teacher.

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Ner Tamid

Eternal light; a light that is kept burning in the synagogue above the Ark.

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Orthodox Jews

Jews who emphasize the importance of following the laws and guidance in the Torah.

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Talmud

The collection of Jewish oral law which includes two parts: the Mishnah and the Gemara.

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Brit Milah

A ceremony of male circumcision, removing the foreskin for religious reasons.

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Bar Mitzvah

Celebration of a boy coming of age at 13. Literally, 'son of the commandments'

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Bat Mitzvah

Celebration of a girl coming of age at 12.

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Rituals

Religious ceremonies performed according to a set pattern in Judaism.

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Shabbat

A day of rest and spiritual reflection in Judaism, beginning at sunset on Friday and lasting until nightfall on Saturday.

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What is the central prayer in Jewish worship?

The central prayer in Jewish worship.

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Tenakh

The 24 books of Jewish scriptures, divided into three sections.

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Torah

The first section of the Tenakh, containing the 5 Books of Moses, also known as the Pentateuch.

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Nevi'im

The second section of the Tenakh, containing the books of prophets.

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Ketuvim

The third section of the Tenakh, containing various writings like wisdom literature, poetry, and historical books.

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Mishnah

The first written version of Jewish oral law, a collection of teachings and interpretations of the Torah.

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Gemara

A commentary on the Mishnah, part of the Talmud, offering interpretations and discussions of the oral law.

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Marriage

A legal union between a man and a woman (or in some countries, including the UK, two people of the same sex) as partners in a relationship.

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Mourning

A period of time spent remembering a person who has died.

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Shiva

An intense period of mourning that lasts for 7 days.

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Kaddish

A prayer said by Jewish mourners that praises God and asks for peace.

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Dietary Laws (kashrut)

Rules about food that can be eaten, how to prepare food, and information about food combinations and how to use utensils and dishes.

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Kosher

Food that meets the requirements of Jewish laws.

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Trefah

Food that Jews are forbidden to eat.

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Study Notes

Judaism Unit 2 Practices - Keywords

  • Synagogue: A building for Jewish prayer, study, and gatherings.
  • Minyan: A group of at least 10 Jewish adults required for religious services.
  • Menorah: A 7-branched candlestick.
  • Chanukiah: A 9-branched candlestick.
  • Star of David (Magen David): A symbol of Judaism representing King David's shield.
  • Bimah: A platform in a synagogue where the Torah is read.
  • Aron Ha Kodesh: The holiest part of the synagogue containing the Torah scrolls.
  • Rabbi: A Jewish religious leader and teacher.
  • Ner Tamid: An eternal light kept burning in the synagogue.
  • Orthodox Jews: Jews who emphasize following Torah laws and guidance.
  • Reform Jews: Jews who adapt Torah laws and guidance for modern times.
  • Cantor (chazzan): A person who leads prayers in the synagogue.
  • Tallit: A prayer shawl.
  • Tefillin: Small leather boxes containing Torah extracts worn on the arm and forehead during prayer.
  • Amidah: The standing prayer (central prayer of Jewish worship).
  • Shabbat: The Jewish holy day of the week (spiritual renewal from sunset on Friday to Saturday).
  • Tenakh: The 24 books of Jewish scriptures (5 books of Moses, prophets and writings).
  • Torah: The first 5 books of Moses.
  • Nevi'im: The second section of the Tenakh (prophets).
  • Ketuvim: The third section of the Tenakh (writings).
  • Mishnah: The first written version of Jewish oral law
  • Gemara: Commentary on the Mishnah, part of the Talmud.
  • Talmud: Commentary on the Torah, including Mishnah and Gemara.
  • Rituals: Religious ceremonies performed according to a set pattern.
  • Brit Milah: A ceremony for male circumcision.
  • Bar Mitzvah: A celebration marking a boy's coming of age at 13.
  • Bat Mitzvah: A celebration marking a girl's coming of age at 12.
  • Marriage: A legal union between a man and a woman (or same-sex partners).
  • Mourning: A period of time spent honoring the deceased.
  • Shiva: A period of intense mourning lasting 7 days.
  • Kaddish: A prayer said by mourners praising God and seeking peace.
  • Dietary Laws (kashrut): Rules about food that can be eaten and how to prepare food.
  • Kosher: Food that meets Jewish dietary requirements.
  • Trefah: Food that is forbidden to Jews.
  • Rosh Hashanah: The Jewish New Year.
  • Yom Kippur: The Day of Atonement (fasting).
  • Pesach: Festival celebrating the Jewish exodus from Egypt.

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