Judaism Key Words

Question 1

Torah

Answer 1

The five books of Moses (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus Numbers and Deuteronomy). Regarded as the holiest bioks of the Tenakh.

Question 2

Shabbat

Answer 2

Day of spiritual renewal and rest. Beginning at sunset on Friday and closing at nightfall on Saturday.

Question 3

Covenant

Answer 3

A promise or agreement made between two parties. Covenants were made between God with Noah, Abraham and Moses.

Question 4

Kosher

Answer 4

Means ‘fit’ or ‘proper’. Foods that are permitted to be eaten according to Leviticus. It also used to refer to the purity of the ritual objects such as Torah scrolls.

Question 5

Shekinah

Answer 5

The place where God’s presence rests and can felt.

Question 6

Synagogue

Answer 6

House of assembly: building for Jewish public prayer, study and assembly.

Question 7

Messiah

Answer 7

The annointed one who Jews believe will bring in a new era or age for humankind. This will include rebuilding the Temple and bringing peace.

Question 8

Mitzvot

Answer 8

Actions we perform or avoid day in and day out. There are 613 mitzvot in Judaism including the 10 commandments.