Judaism ( Core Beliefs) Flashcards
1
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What is meant by omnipotence?
A
The all powerful, almighty nature of God
2
Q
What is meant by orthodox Jews?
A
- A major branch of Judaism
- follows the beliefs of traditional Judaism
3
Q
What is Aron Hakodesh?
A
- Holy ark containing Torah scrolls
- focal point of synagogue
4
Q
What is meant by omnibenevolence?
A
- all loving and infinitely good God
5
Q
What is meant by reform?
A
- A major branch of Judaism
- they believe they can CHOOSE what Jewish laws they follow
6
Q
What is meant by Rabbi?
A
- Jewish Religious teacher
- leads worship in synagogue
7
Q
What is meant by Shema?
A
- An important Jewish prayer
- recited twice a day
8
Q
What is meant by Shabbat?
A
- Jewish day of rest
- Begins sunset Friday - Sunset Saturday
9
Q
What is a Kippah?
A
- a cap worn by Jewish males during worship
- a sign of respect
10
Q
What is meant by Synagogue?
A
- a house of assembly
- building for Jewish public prayer
11
Q
What is meant by Kashrut?
A
- laws concerned with what and can be eaten by Jews and how food should be prepared
12
Q
What is meant by Ner Tamid?
A
- means ‘eternal light’
- lamp near the ark of synagogue, it is constantly lit
