Judaism P - public acts of worship Flashcards
1
Q
What is a quote that suggest public worship is important?
A
“My vows to Hashem I will pay, in the presence, now, of His entire people”
2
Q
What does public worship allow Jews to do?
A
- Unifies jews, as jews around the world follow similar services
- allows them to spend regular time in praise, request and gratitude to God
3
Q
What are the 3 types of public worship acts that take place in the synagogue?
A
- Daily prayer services (3 times a day)
- The Shabbat services
- festival services
4
Q
What happens on Shabbat?
A
- amidah and aleinu prayers are expressed, praising god and there are longer sermons in the synagogue
5
Q
How are daily prayer expressed?
A
- Prayers are silent when individuals are praying alone
- Jews stand during prayers to remind them of Gods presence
6
Q
What is the Kedusha?
A
the third section of all Amidah recitations
7
Q
What is the Siddur?
A
Book of daily prayers
8
Q
What elements are expressed during prayers?
A
1, Thanksgiving
- Prayers of praise
- Prayers that ask for things