Shekhinah is God’s Presence on Earth Flashcards
1
Q
What is the word Shekhinah used to refer to?
A
God when he is present in a particular place on Earth
2
Q
What is the word Shekhinah used to describe?
A
God’s presence in the tabernacle and the Temple Jews built in Jerusalem
3
Q
Why do many Jews pray at the remaining part of the Temple walls in Jerusalem?
A
They believe the Shekhinah is still present there
4
Q
When do some Jews believe the Shekhinah is present?
A
When they’re praying together or discussing the Torah
5
Q
What is the Shekhinah often seen as?
A
Feminine and has stereotypical feminine characteristics, e.g caring
6
Q
What does the concept of Shekhinah help Jews understand?
A
Suffering, as it means God is there alongside them
7
Q
Quote from Exodus 40:35 NIV?
A
‘The glory of the Lord filled the tabernacle’
