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What is Judaism?
What is Judaism?
Judaism is a monotheistic religion with the Torah as its foundation text and is considered by religious Jews as the expression of the covenantal relationship with God.
Which of the following is a Jewish sacred text?
Which of the following is a Jewish sacred text?
The Torah prohibits wasteful consumption.
The Torah prohibits wasteful consumption.
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The Star of David is commonly associated with Christianity.
The Star of David is commonly associated with Christianity.
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What does the term 'Tikkun Olam' refer to in Judaism?
What does the term 'Tikkun Olam' refer to in Judaism?
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What are the seven fields represented by the Star of David?
What are the seven fields represented by the Star of David?
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The Hebrew term for the Star of David is __________.
The Hebrew term for the Star of David is __________.
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In what context did Jewish people wear the Star of David during the Holocaust?
In what context did Jewish people wear the Star of David during the Holocaust?
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Study Notes
Learning Objectives
- Examine the brief history, core teachings, fundamental beliefs, practices, and related issues of Judaism.
- Justify the core teaching of Judaism as the covenant of one God with a chosen people, contrasting with polytheistic beliefs.
Overview of Judaism
- Judaism is a monotheistic religion centered around the Torah, which is part of the Tanakh (Hebrew Bible).
- It expresses a covenantal relationship with God according to religious Jews.
Jewish Sacred Texts
- Tanakh consists of three sections:
- Torah: The first five books (Pentateuch).
- Nevi’im: Prophets.
- Ketubi’im: Writings.
- Talmud: Collection of commentaries on the Torah.
Core Teachings of Judaism
- God created the universe, and His creation is fundamentally good.
- Humanity is made in the image of God, fostering love and awe for Creation.
- Importance of the Sabbath and prayer to maintain a spiritual mindset.
- Prohibitions against wasteful consumption and the obligation to save human life.
- Torah mandates preservation of species and avoidance of unnecessary suffering to animals.
- Environmental Justice is a recognized value within Judaism.
- Concept of Tikkun Olam: Human responsibility in perfecting or fixing the world.
Symbol of Judaism
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Star of David:
- Known in Hebrew as "Magen David" (Shield of David).
- A six-pointed star composed of two interlocking equilateral triangles.
Significance of the Star of David
- Represents the connection between God, Torah, and Israel, as illustrated in the Zohar.
- The triangles symbolize the relationship between the Jewish soul and its Creator through Torah study and observance.
Seven Fields of the Star of David
- Represents ethical attributes:
- Chesed: Kindness.
- Gevurah: Severity.
- Tiferet: Harmony.
- Netzach: Perseverance.
- Hod: Splendor.
- Yesod: Foundation.
- Malchut: Royalty.
Additional Symbolism and Architecture
- The Star of David is universal for Judaism, found on:
- Synagogues.
- The state flag of Israel.
- Various Jewish ritual objects.
- Its use dates back to as early as 960 BC.
- During the Holocaust, Jews were required to wear the Star of David to indicate their identity.
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Explore the essential teachings, beliefs, and practices of Judaism in this Week 4 quiz. Delve into the significance of monotheism and the unique covenant between God and the chosen people. Enhance your understanding of Judaism's core principles and its place in the religious landscape.
