Items in Judaism Flashcards
Kippah
a hat- symbolises how it is important to be a Jew and a sign of reverence to God
Tzizit
A prayer shawl- symbolises the 613 Mitzvot and its importance
Tefillin
Two small boxes attached to some leather- This signifies that they must serve God with their thoughts and their heart.
Quote about tefillin
“Love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your being, and all your might. These words that I am commanding you today must always be on your minds.”
Quote about tzizit
“That shall be your fringe; look at it and recall all the commandments of the Lord and observe them, so that you do not follow your heart and eyes in your lustful urge.”
Quotes about Messiah
“The wolf shall live the lamb”
“The lord our God, the lord is one”
Quotes about Abrahamic Covenant
“Leave your country”
“I will give you many descendants, and some of them will be kings”
“You must circumcise every baby boy when he is eight days old”
What is Sukkot?
a Jewish festival that represents the 40 years that Jews spent in the desert after being freed from slavery
A lulav is made by 3 plants being woven in a holder and an etrog is placed at the end of the Lulav
Quotes about sukkot
“You must live in thatched huts”
What is the Rosh Hashanah?
The Jewish new year festival that lasts for 2 days. It is a time for reflection and forgiveness. Sweet foods such as pomegranates, apples and honey are eaten. The shofar is blown 100 times
Olam Ha ba
“The world to come” a Jewish term sometimes used to refer to the afterlife and the Messianic age
What is the Yom Kippur?
It is known as the day of atonement and it’s a day of fasting and prayer. People spend most of their time in the synagogue, praying and celebrating.
Quotes about Yom Kippur
“On this day atonement will be made for you, to cleanse you.”
“Salvation come from the Lord”
Quotes about shekhinah
“The glory of the Lord filled the Temple”
