Judaism- Key Words- Part 1

Question 1

Shekinhah

Answer 1

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

Question 2

Messiah

Answer 2

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

Question 3

Mitzvot

Answer 3

. The term has a mix of meanings
. It’s often used to refer to duties (such as the 613 in the Torah) and good deeds

Question 4

Covenant

Answer 4

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