abrahamic religions Flashcards
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What is a mezuzah?
A
Inside is a tiny scroll with a Torah phrase
Its a symbol
Its decoration
Meant to protect what’s inside
Hung on the front door
Encouraging to act with commandments in mind
Remember how to live and what is right and what is wrong
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Q
What is a Teffilin?
A
Morning prayers on weekdays
Keep the commandments in your head
Worn on head, arms, doorposts
You don’t wear it on Saturday because the action of tying it is not keeping Shabbat
3
Q
what is the Star of David?
A
No biblical significance, and over time became associated with Judaism
Shield of David
Protection
Sign of the Jewish people
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