Jewish marriage Flashcards
1
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Describe the marriage meaning.
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- Mirrors the relationship between adam and eve as well as their relationship to god.
- Important aspect of jewish life as the talmud states “A man without a wife is incomplete”
2
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Outline the structure of the marriage.
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- Comprised of two ceremonies. Betrothal and Nuptial.
- Groom gives item of value to bride infront of witnesses and recites “you are now consecrated to me under the law of moses and the faith of israel”.
- Ceremony takes place under chuppah
- Following ceremony, there is week long celebration including blessings and further celebratory meals with family.
3
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Chronological order marriage.
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- Afruf. (Talmud readings). This links God to the ceremony, as it makes him present.
- Kabbolas Panim. Customary to not see partners 1 week prior. During this time, mothers of participants break plate, symbolizing commitment and that cant be unbroken.
- Wedding day. Happiest day of life, personal Yom kippur.
- Bedekin.
- Ceremony under Chuppah.
- Giving of rings
- Ketubah.
4
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What is the Bedekin?
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- Veiling of bride
- Symbolises modesty.
- Resembles Rebecca covering her face before marrying isaac (genesis 29), emphasis on love and character.
5
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What is the Chuppah and escorts/
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- Where the ceremony takes place.
- Symbol of house they will share.
- They are escorted by two witnesses, resembling angels who escorted Adam and Eve.
6
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What do the giving of the rings represent?
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Becomes official at this point.
- Life long commitment implied.
- confirms that marriage is sacred. “You are now consecrated to me ….”
7
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How does the Aufruf demonstrate Jewish belief?
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- Recitement of Torah by participants, making God present, exemplifying him as a third participant.
8
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What does the blessing over wine symbolise?
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Joy for marriage. “wine gladdens the heart”
9
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What oes the Sheva Brachot demonstrate about jewish belief?
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7 Blessings over 7 days.
Reflects 7 days of creation.
