Judaism - B+T Flashcards
What is the fundamental belief of Judaism regarding the nature of God?
Judaism is a monotheistic religion – believe in one G-d.
What is the Shema prayer known for?
The Shema prayer contains the Jewish declaration of faith – the oneness of G-d.
What role does G-d play in the sustenance of the world?
G-d is a sustainer – keeps the world going, we have to share resources.
What is the significance of free will in Judaism?
G-d gave people free will; the ability to choose between doing good or bad. Promotes responsibility and accountability
What laws have been given to the Jewish people?
The Jewish people have been given the 613 laws of the Torah and the Ten Commandment
Significance of G-d’s role as a judge
A person will be careful to behave morally. Incentive to avoid sinning and to act in a way that pleases God
What is G-d’s presence?
G-d’s presence is called the Shekhinah. It was seen in the daily miracles during Temple times. For example, a pillar of fire led the Israelites through the desert
What is Gan Eden?
Gan Eden is paradise, also called Olam Haba.
What is the focus of Jewish belief regarding the afterlife?
Judaism does not focus that much on the afterlife; doing good in this world is more important.
What are the 13 principles of faith?
Written by Jewish philosopher Maimodenes. Belief in the Messiah is one of the 13 principles
What does the word ‘Messiah’ mean?
The word Messiah means the anointed one.
What is expected of the Messiah according to Jewish belief?
The Messiah will defeat enemies, bring world peace, rebuild the Temple, and reinstitute Jewish law.
What covenant did G-d make with Avraham?
G-d promised Avraham that he will be the father of a great nation and promised land.
What are the 2 tablets of stone? And which covenant?
The 2 tablets of stone with the 10 commandments was the sign of that covenant with Moshe.
What is Tikun Olam?
Tikun Olam – repair of the world is an important moral principle, including helping others. See to it that you do not destroy my world…
What does the term ‘Chesed’ refer to in Judaism?
Chesed is the Jewish concept of kindness and charitable acts. Love your neighbour…
Why don’t Jews kill?
Jews believe in the sanctity of life, that all human life is holy. It also goes against one of the ten Commandments.
What is Pikuach Nefesh?
Pikuach Nefesh is the mitzvah of ‘saving a life’ which overrides all other religious laws.
What is the Amidah?
The Amidah is the ‘standing prayer’ recited at the three daily services.
Define the omnis
omnipresent - everywhere
omniscient - all knowing
omnipotent - all powerful
What happens when Jews die?
Judgement
Gan Eden - paradise
Sheol - purification, waiting
Reincarnation - Messiah
Covenant with Abraham - what did the jews get? what did god want?
The land of Israel
Brit Milah
Covenant with Moshe - what did the jews get? what did god want?
God’s protection
Follow Torah
why is sanctity of life important?
Pikuach nefesh
Only god has the right to give and take away life
We are all god’s creation and should be protected
What are the components of the Tenakh?
Torah - word of god, transcribed by moshe. contains mitzvot
Neviim - book of prophets
Ketubim - book of writings
What are the components of the talmud?
Mishnah
Gemara
Covenant with Noah - what did the jews get? what did god want?
God won’t flood again
Follow the 7 Noachide Laws
what are the noachide laws?
Symbol of covenant with abraham. Laws all of humanity must follow - jew or gentile
Significance of Justice?
Key moral principle
One of the Noachide Laws
Let justice well up like water…
