Key concepts for Judaism Flashcards
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Synagogue def
A
A build or place of meeting for worship
2
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Shekinah def
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The dwelling or divine presence of god. Could be a cloud in the Torah
3
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Shabbat def
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Jewish day of rest and seventh day of the week
4
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Kosher def
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Clean or fit
Word is used to describe food that is okay to eat
5
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Torah def
A
Jewish written law
Represents the first 5 books of the Hebrew bible
6
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Mitzvot def
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Actions Jews must perform or avoid
613 including 10 commandments
7
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Messiah def
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Anointed or chosen one
A king sent down to save Jesus
8
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Covenant
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Promise or agreement made by god
