Covenant. Study set 1 Key Vocabulary Flashcards
What does adultery mean
To be unfaithful to one’s husband or wife
What is Chametz
Bread that contains yeast or grain
What is a covenant
A solemn promise between two people or groups of people
Covet
To have an unhealthy desire for something; to be jealous of someone else’s possessions
What does Exodus mean?
Many people setting out and leaving a place; the name of the second book of the Bible; ‘exit’
What does Haggadah mean
Hebrew word meaning ‘telling of the story’
What is Matzah
Bread that does not contain yeast; unleavened bread
What does Passover mean
Originally, when God saved the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. Now celebrated at the ‘Pesach’ every Spring by Jews
What does sabbath mean?
The day of rest; seventh day of the week (Saturday in the Jewish calendar; Sunday for Christians.)
What is Seder
The special meal that is celebrated at the Passover