Beliefs and Teachings Flashcards
What is the Sanctity of Life?
The belief that life is holy and belongs to God.
What is Pikuach Nefesh?
The belief that life is valuable and that in times of need there is a duty to save life.
Teaching about Pikuach Nefesh in the Torah (Leviticus)
“Do not stand by while your neighbours life is at risk”
Talmud examples of Pikuach Nefesh
- Rescuing a child from the sea
- Extinguishing a fire to save a life
- Eating unclean things if seized by ravenous hunger
In Judaism what is the afterlife called?
“Olam Ha-Ba”
What do Jews believe is a reward for living a good life? (Afterlife)
Going to “Gad Eden” (heaven)
What is a punishment for living a bad life? (Afterlife)
Going to Gahenna (Hell)
What is the belief “Immortality of the Soul”?
The belief that the Soul lives on after death of the body
What is Judgement day? (Afterlife)
A day where people are judged on how they lived their lives.
What are the two quotes for beliefs about the afterlife?
“The world is like a lobby before the Olam Ha-ba”
“This world is like the eve of the Shabbat, and the Olam Ha-ba is like Shabbat. Those who prepare for Shabbat will have good food to eat.”
Who develops/edited the 613 mitzvot?
Rabbis
What to the 613 mitzvot teach Jews?
The mitzvot teach Jews about relationships so that Jews can truly carry out their duties in order to be better people.
What is one of the 613 mitzvot?
“Do not steal”
Why is the Torah important?
- Tells the Jews how to fufill Gods will
- It is the 5 books of Moses and the first 5 book sof the Hebrew Bible
- The Torah is the word of God
Why are there 3 services a day?
Morning: This is because Abraham prayed early in the day so he could meet with God before anything else.
Afternoon: This is because Isaac stopped what he was doing to pray to God in the afternoon.
Evening: This is because Jacob prayed to God in the evening to thank him for the blessings for the day.
Synagogue quote?
“I have scattered them among the lands, I have made for them a small sanctuary (synagogue) in lands where they have arrived”
What are 3 features of an Orthodox Synagogue? (5 mark plan)
- A synagogue is….
- It has a raised platform called a Bimah which is…
- It also contains the ner tamid which is…
- The synagogue has a plaque containing the 10 Commandments which represent…
The Synagogue in the community quote?
“Be kind and lend them what they need” Deuteronomy 15:7-8
How do Synagogues work in the community?
- They give back to the community
- Volenteers provide community support
- Host weddings, funerals and celebrations
- Also host coffee mornings, lunchs and dinners
- May hold fitness classes
Why is it important for Jewish people to pray?
- It helps build a relationship between people and God.
- Helps people focus on their hearts, minds and souls on God.
- It helps to strengthen the Jewish community when they pray together.
Why do Jews have a Mezuzah?
It is a reminder to be concious of tour responsibility to God.
Why are Mezuzahs on doorposts?
You are immediately aware that you have to behave according to the rules (mitzvot/commandments)
How is the Mezuzah linked to the covanent?
It is a reminder of their obligation to Godand the belief God is one.
What are the different ways in which Jews pray? (5 mark plan)
- They use Tefflin
- They have Tallits and Tzitzits
- They pray the Amidah
- Males wear a Kippur
