Judaism Beliefs Flashcards
What is the Pikuach Nefesh
The Jewish principle that saving a life is the most important commandment and takes priority over almost all other religious laws.
Define Messiah
A future leader sent by God who Jews believe will bring peace, rebuild the Temple in Jerusalem, and bring about the end of suffering in the world.
Define mitzvot
Plural form of Jewish commandments that are in the Torah
How many mitzvot are there is the Torah
613
Define mitzvot
A Jewish commandment in the Torah
What is the messianic age
A future period of time on Earth in which the messiah will reign and bring universal peace, without evil.
Define Shekhinah
The Shekhinah refers to God’s divine presence in the world, often felt in worship or in holy places.
What monotheism
The belief that God is one
What is Sinai
Sinai refers to Mount Sinai, where Jews believe God gave Moses the Ten commandments and the Torah.
When do Jews get judged
Yom Kippur, which is 10 days after Rosh Hashanah
What is Yom kippur
The Jewish New Year, when Jews get judged for their year, which could decide the next year.
How did Judaism begin
Abraham made a covenant with God, God promised to protect Abrahams people, and Abraham promised that they would dedicate their lives to God.
What is Shabbat
A day (sunday) which is dedicated towards worship.
