Judaism Beliefs And Teachings Flashcards
God as one
God is single,whole,indivisibe being.Only person who should be praised and worshipped.Everything in the universe sustained and created by God
God as creater and sustainer
God created the universe out of nothing and sustains the world so all species are able to live on it.
What is the Torah
First five books of the Tenakh
Omnipotent
all powerful
omniscient
all knowing
omnipresent
everywhere at all times
Free will
Wants people to choose to be able to do good
How many laws in the Torah
613
God as lawgiver and judge
Beliver God judges them on how well they follow the laws as well as actions,behaviour and beliefs.God’s judgement considered fair and tempered by his loving,merciful nature
Do jews believe in heaven
Many believe if they follow their faith correctly they”ll go to heaven and paradise.
Messiah
Messiah is expected to lead the Jews.This will be a time of global peace and harmony.Where everyone will want to become closer to God
The future messiah will
Rebuild the temple in Jurasalem,rule over humanity with kindness,bring world peace and humanity together
God’s covenant with Abraham
God promised to make Abraham father of many nations.Covenant was sealed through circumcision
God’s covenant at Mount Sinai
Covenant between God and Jews.God would protect Jews from harm and be their God and in return Jews would have to follow the ten commandments.
Sanctity of life
All life is valuable
