Features Of A Synagogue Flashcards
What is the “Ner Tamid”?
This means ‘eternal light’. It is a lamp or light that is always on to show God’s everlasting presence.
What evidence is there in the Torah for the use of the Ner Tamid in a synagogue?
The Jewish ancestors were told to keep a lamp burning “from evening to morning”
How does the Ner Tamid influence as Jew’s life?
Jewish people would make sure that the Ner Tamid light is always shining brightly. They would take the time to visit the synagogue to reflect upon the eternal presence of God in their lives.
What are Torah scrolls?
-These are the large scrolls that are handwritten by a scribe. They contain all 613 mitzvot rules which Jews follow in their lives e.g. Keep the Sabbath day holy
How do the use of Torah scrolls in a Church influence a Catholic’s life?
Orthodox Jewish people will attend the synagogue every Friday to come together as a community and celebrate the day God rested during the creation of the world on Shabbat.
