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Question 1

Explain two reasons why the Messiah is important for Orthodox Jews. (4)

Answer 1

Belief that the Messiah will come is one of
the fundamental beliefs of Judaism, (1) one
of the Thirteen Principles of Faith which
Orthodox Jews believe (1)
 They believe the Messiah will bring about the
political and spiritual redemption of the
Jewish people (1) allowing all exiled Jews to
return to their homeland (1)
 It is thought that the Messiah will bring all
people to the Almighty; (1) and peace will

Question 2

Explain two ways the Covenant with Abraham is important for Jews. (4)

Answer 2

• It marked the beginning of Judaism (1) as it
  united the people under one Almighty (1)
• The Almighty made Abraham the father of a
  great nation (1), and promised to look after
  them (1)
• It marked the start of the Jewish homeland (1)
  as Abraham was given the land of Canaan (1)

Question 3

Explain two ways the Covenant with Moses is important for Jews. (4)

Question 4

Explain two ways the divine presence is shown in the Torah. (4)

Question 5

Explain two ways Pikuach Nefesh is used by Jews in their everyday life. (4)

Question 6

Explain two Jewish beliefs about life after death.

Question 7

Explain two reasons why Bar Mitzvah ceremonies are important for many Jews. (4)

Question 8

Explain two reasons why Brit Milah (circumcision) ceremonies are important for many Jews. (4)

Question 9

Explain two features of public acts of worship in Judaism. (4)

Question 10

Explain two ways the importance of the Shema is shown for Jews. (4)

Question 11

Explain two features of Jewish prayer in the home. (4)

Question 12

Explain two reasons why the written law is important for Jews.