Judaism Practises Flashcards
What is the star of david ?
The symbol of judaism
What is the ark ?
The cupboard that houses the torah scrolls
What is the Bimah ?
A platform in the centre of the synagogue. This is where the torah scrolls are read out loud .
What is a menorah ?
A seven branched candlestick that represents the days of Gods creation .
What is the ner tamid ?
The ner tamid is a light that represents gods eternal light and that he is always present .
What is the seating arrangement like , in an orthodox synagogue ?
The seating area upstairs is just for women and the area downstaris is for men .
How is worship set out in a reform synagogue ?
. Services only on shabbat and festivals ( not daily )
. Services in hebrew or english
. Rabbi faces the congregation
. Men and women sit together
How is worship set out in an orthodox synagogue ?
. Daily services
. Services in hebrew
. Rabbi has his back to the congregation
. Men and women sit seperatley
What is the synagogue a place for ?
Prayer , studying , charity and socialising
What is a kippah ?
All jewish men cover their heads when they pray as a sign of respect for God.
What is a tallit ?
A tallit is a woollen shawl that shows the man is obeying God’s laws because each fringe symbolises one of the 613 mitzvot given by God .
What is the tefillin ?
The teffilin is two leather boxes . Onw is worn on the upper left arm and the other on the forehead. Each contains the shema and wearing them shows that the person loves God with their heart and mind .
How many times a day does an orthodox jew pray for ?
3 times a day
How many people are required to pray in an orthodox synagogue ?
A minimum of ten adult males are required .
In the orthadox synagogue what are the names of the prayers that are read out loud during a service ?
- Opening prayers
- Shema
- Amidah
- Final service
What is the amidah ?
The amidah is the central prayer in judaism . Jews pray in silence and face toward jerusalem.
What is shabbat ?
The jewish holy day .
How long does shabbat last ?
From sunset on friday until sunset on saturday every week .
What is a quote used in support of shabbat ?
’ You shall not burn a fire in your dwelling home on the day of shabbat ‘ Exodus (35:3)
What happens in the synagogue when it is shabbat ?
- Every friday evening there is a prayer service in the synagogue
- A further service in the synagogue on saturday morning includes a reading from the torah.
- The torah scrolls are paraded around the synagogue , giving people a chance to be closer to the word of God .
What is the mezuzah ?
A small box containing verses from the torah is fixed to a doorpost which they touch when they pass .
What are the 4 stages of life celebrated by jews ?
- Birth
- Bar mitzvah
- Marriage
- Death
What are the three ceremonies associated with birth?
- Naming ceremony
- Brit milah ( circumcison)
- Redemption of the first born son
What are the three ceremonies associated with birth?
- Naming ceremony
- Brit milah ( circumcison)
- Redemption of the first born son
