Rituals and Festivals in Judaism

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What is the significance of Yom Kippur (day of atonement) in Jewish tradition?

  • It is a day where the priest sprinkles blood on the ark and casts sins onto a scapegoat. (correct)
  • It marks the celebration of the rededication of the temple of Jerusalem.
  • It commemorates the feast when God passed over the homes of Israelites during the killing of the firstborn Egyptians.
  • It symbolizes the liberation of Israelites from the Egyptians.

Which festival involves making a pilgrimage to the temple of Jerusalem?

  • Pesach/ Passover (feast of unleavened bread)
  • Shabbat/ Sabbath
  • Hanukkah (festival of lights)
  • Sukkot (feast of tabernacles/ boots) (correct)

What is the main concept behind Shabbat/ Sabbath in Jewish tradition?

  • The priest entering the holiest palace and casting sins onto a scapegoat.
  • Rededication of the temple of Jerusalem.
  • Symbolizing Israelites' liberation from the Egyptians.
  • God's creation of the universe in six days. (correct)

Which festival commemorates God passing over the homes of Israelites during the killing of the firstborn Egyptians?

<p>Pesach/ Passover (feast of unleavened bread) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens during Hanukkah (festival of lights) in Jewish tradition?

<p>The temple of Jerusalem is rededicated. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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