Shekinah Flashcards
What is the Shekinah?
The presence of God on Earth
Where was the presence of God considered to be in early Judaism?
The tabernacle was considered to house the presence of God
What was the tabernacle?
A portable temple, similar to a tent, that the Jews carried with them
What was the Tabernacle replaced with after Canaan was conquered?
After Canaan was conquered, the tabernacle was replaced with Solomon’s temple in Jerusalem. Several of the prophets experienced the presence of God in the temple
How is Shekinah shown on Earth? (2 ways)
-It is written that the Jews were led at time by a pillar of fire or a cloud on their journey to Canaan.
-Several prophets experienced the presence of God in Solomon’s temple after Canaan was conquered
These experiences are considered to be appearances from God that demonstrate his power
