Judaism

Question 1

What is the main sacred text called in Judaism?

Answer 1

The Tanakh

Question 2

What are the three books in the Tanakh?

Answer 2

Torah, Nevi’im, (prophets), and Ketuvim, (writings)

Question 3

What is the purpose of the sacred text in Judaism?

Answer 3

To tell adherents how to live their lives whilst following the ten commandments and their covenant with God.

Question 4

What is in the Torah?

Answer 4

Five books of Moses. 613 laws of how to live and act

Question 5

What is in the Nevi’im?

Answer 5

Words and deeds of prophets. Describes Jew’s relationship with God and their history

Question 6

What is in the Ketuvim?

Answer 6

The history of Jews and their actions within the covenant relationship with God. Tells through stories.

Question 7

What are Psalms?

Answer 7

Writings in praise of God

Question 8

What does Shema mean?

Answer 8

To hear or listen

Question 9

What is Passover?

Answer 9

A major Jewish festival that celebrates Jewish liberation from slavery.

Question 10

What is Sabbath?

Answer 10

Seventh day of the week Jews dedicate to rest and worship

Question 11

What is mishnah?

Answer 11

Code of law previously only orally communicated

Question 12

What is place of worship called?

Answer 12

Synagogue