Judaism Practises

Question 1

What is the star of David symbolising?

Answer 1

Symbol of Judaism.

Question 2

What is the Ark?

Answer 2

Cupboard that houses the Torah scrolls- the most important feature in the synagogue.

Question 3

Why are the Ten Commandments important in Judaism?

Answer 3

Remind Jews of their most important rules.

Question 4

What is the Bimah?

Answer 4

Platform in centre of the synagogue. It is where the Torah scrolls are read from.

Question 5

What is the Menorah?

Answer 5

A seven-branched candlestick - representing each day of God’s creation.

Question 6

What is Ner Tamid?

Answer 6

Eternal light. Always burning. It shows God is always present.

Question 7

What is the difference in services between orthodox and reform?

Answer 7

Orthodox- daily services.

Reform- services only on Shabbat and festivals (not daily).

Question 8

What are the difference in services languages between orthodox and reform?

Answer 8

Orthodox- service in Hebrew.

Reform- service in Hebrew and English.

Question 9

Difference of Rabbi between orthodox and reform?

Answer 9

Orthodox- Rabbi has back to congregation.

Reform- Rabbi faces congregation.

Question 10

Difference in seating between orthodox and reform?

Answer 10

Orthodox- Women sit separately to men.

Reform- men and women sit together.