Judaism/Abraham/Moses/ten plagues Flashcards
what is judaism
an ancient, Abrahamic, monotheistic religion and way of life for the Jewish people, centered on the belief in one God and a covenant with him, with a rich history of law, culture, and tradition
what type of religion is judaism
monotheistic
How did Judaism begin?
Abraham considered the father of the Jewish people and the first to make a covenant (agreement) with God, believing in one God and following God’s laws.
The founder was abraham
who was adam in the bible
the first man created by God
what does omnipotent mean in the sense of the bible
one who has unlimited power or authority
That they related to God
How does the creation story lead Jewish
people to believe that God is omnipotent?
showcasing his ability to create the universe and everything within it from nothing, establishing him as the ultimate source of existence and control
what does prophet mean
Hey there! A prophet is like a special messenger. Think of someone who has a really strong connection to something bigger than themselves, like a god or a divine power.
what does covenant mean in the sense of the bible
a covenant is like a really, really important agreement or promise between God (or a god) and humans. Think of it like a super serious contract, but instead of just signing a piece of paper, it involves a deep commitment and often has special signs or rituals to show it’s happening.
who is the founding father of judaidm
Abraham
what does polytheists mean
Polytheists are people who believe in and worship multiple gods or deities, each often with different roles, powers, or aspects of life.
The term comes from Greek:
“poly” meaning many
“theos” meaning god
Examples of polytheistic religions include Hinduism (many gods like Vishnu, Shiva, Lakshmi) and ancient religions like Greek, Roman, and Egyptian mythology, where gods ruled over different parts of the world like the sea, love, war, and the underworld.
Why is Abraham important
for Jews today?
Before Abraham was spoken to by God,
he was a monotheist. He was dedicated
to informing others in his locality that
there was only one God, before he had
evidence of this, putting himself as risk.
who did God make a covenant with
Abraham
What is atheism?
Atheism is the belief that there is no god or gods.
An atheist does not believe in any divine being or supernatural deity. Atheism is not a religion—it’s more of a position or viewpoint about the existence of gods. Some atheists also believe in science, reason, and evidence as ways to understand the world, rather than religious or spiritual beliefs.
What is theism?
Theism is the belief in the existence of one or more gods or deities who are involved in the creation and governance of the universe.
People who are theists believe that at least one god exists and often that this god is active in the world and in human life. There are different types of theism, such as:
Monotheism – belief in one god (e.g., Judaism, Christianity, Islam)
Polytheism – belief in many gods (e.g., ancient Greek and Roman religions)
In short, theism is the general belief in a divine being or beings.
What is agnosticism?
Agnosticism is the view that the existence of God or gods is unknown or unknowable.
An agnostic person doesn’t claim to know whether a god exists or not—they may say:
“I’m not sure,”
“We can’t know for sure,” or
“There isn’t enough evidence to decide.”
Agnosticism is about knowledge or certainty, while atheism and theism are about belief. So, someone can be:
Agnostic atheist – doesn’t believe in God but isn’t sure
Agnostic theist – believes in God but admits they don’t know for certain
It’s more of a middle or questioning position.
Why is Moses important to
Jewish people?
Moses is extremely important to Jewish people because he is considered one of the greatest leaders and prophets in Judaism. Here’s why:
He led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt – This event is called the Exodus, and it’s a central story in Jewish history, celebrated during Passover.
He received the Torah from God – On Mount Sinai, Moses received the Ten Commandments and the full Torah, which contains the laws and teachings that guide Jewish life.
He helped form the Jewish nation – Moses led the people through the desert for 40 years, teaching them God’s laws and preparing them to live in the Promised Land.
Because of all this, Moses is seen as the person who helped shape Judaism into what it is today.
what were the ten plagues
The Ten Plagues were disasters that, according to the Bible, God sent to Egypt to convince Pharaoh to free the enslaved Israelites. Each plague targeted the Egyptians’ land, people, or beliefs. Here they are in order:
Water turned to blood – The Nile River and all water sources turned to blood.
Frogs – Swarms of frogs covered the land.
Gnats (or lice) – Dust turned into gnats that attacked people and animals.
Flies – Huge swarms of flies invaded Egyptian homes.
Death of livestock – Egyptian animals died from disease.
Boils – Painful sores broke out on people and animals.
Hail – A storm of hail and fire destroyed crops and property.
Locusts – Swarms of locusts ate whatever was left after the hail.
Darkness – Thick darkness covered Egypt for three days.
Death of the firstborn – The oldest sons in Egyptian families died, including Pharaoh’s own son.
The final plague convinced Pharaoh to let the Israelites go, leading to the Exodus. This event is remembered during Passover.
who freed the hebrew from slavery
Moses
what does miracles mean
A miracle is something extraordinary that happens and cannot be explained by natural or scientific laws. People often see miracles as signs of divine power or acts of God.
For example, in religious stories, miracles include things like:
Parting of the Red Sea
Healing the sick instantly
Water turning into wine
In short, a miracle is something amazing that seems impossible—but it happens anyway, often linked to faith or divine intervention.
