Jewish Beliefs and Teachings Definitions

Question 1

Mitzvot

Answer 1

Term has a mix of meaning, often used to refer to duties and good deeds in the Torah

Question 2

Shekhinah

Answer 2

the place where God’s presence rests and can be felt

Question 3

Synagogue

Answer 3

House of assembly, building for public prayer

Question 4

Messiah

Answer 4

The anointed one, who jews believe will bring about a new era for humans- messianic era

Question 5

Shema

Answer 5

most important prayer in Judaism

Question 6

Covenant

Answer 6

a promise or agreement between 2 parties. (Abrahamic and Mosaic Covenant)

Question 7

Messianic Era

Answer 7

Age of peace and prosperity brought by the coming of the Messiah

Question 8

Kosher

Answer 8

‘Fit’ or ‘Proper’ foods that are permitted to be eaten according to Leviticus 11.

Question 9

Shabbat

Answer 9

Day of spiritual rest and renewal, starting Friday sunset and ending Saturday nightfall

Question 10

Pikuach Nefesh

Answer 10

the practice of setting aside certain mitzvot to save a life

Question 11

Torah

Answer 11

5 Books of Moses, the 5 Holiest Books in the Tanakh