Jewish views on respect for the planet Flashcards
What do Jews believe?
Most Jews believe that it is very important to respect and care for the environment as it is a gift from God.
quote in Genesis
“God created”
“On the seventh day, God rested”
What does the Torah say?
The Jewish holy book the Torah, demands that nature is respected
What is Shabbat?
The weekly day of rest from a Friday to a Saturday reminds Jews the limits of their engagement with the world.
What is Sukkot?
The festival is celebrated as a Harvest festival, reminding Jews to be grateful for what they have been given and the gift if nature. They live outside for 7 days in temporary shelters to be closer to the natural world.
What is a mitzvot rule in the torah?
“To dwell in booths”
How can this change a Jew’s life?
Many Jews take part in Shabbat every week where they stop their busy lives to reflect on God creating the world.
Many actions on Shabbat are environmentally friendly, such as walking to synagogue as well as not using unnecessary electricity through mobile phones or the television.
