religion exam (unit 2) Flashcards
who is moses
moses was a hebrew teacher and leader and considered the most important prophet in Judaism and one of the most important prophets in Christianity.
the story of moses
THE CALL: God called Moses to lead the Hebrews out of slavery in Egypt
THE COVENANT: The Hebrews (Jews) had to obey the 10 Commandments given to Moses on Mount Sinai. In return God promised to watch over them
THE TEST: God let the Hebrews wander 40 years in the desert to see if they would be faithful in keeping the 10 commandments
ten plagues of Egypt
First plague: water turned into Blood
Second plague: frogs
Third plague: gnats
Fourth plague: flies
Fifth plague: pestilence
Sixth plague: boils
Seventh plague: hail
Eighth plague: locusts
Ninth plague: darkness
Tenth plague: death of the first born
what is the passover
The passover celebrates the Biblical story of Exodus where God freed the israelites from Slavery in Egypt. It is celebrated by Jewish families who celebrate the escape of israelites
seder
A ritual meal known as the Seder supper is also hosted in millions of Jewish homes around the world
seder meal
The table is set carefully with special items including the book, called haggadah