Shema and Amidah Flashcards
1
Q
SOWAA for ethical monotheism?
A
‘Love… God with all your heart.’
2
Q
Amidah SOWAA
A
‘blessed are you O Lord’
3
Q
What is the Amidah?
A
The second most important prayer containing 19 blessings and ending with the SOWAA.
4
Q
How do you say the Amidah prayer?
A
Standing facing Jerusalem.
5
Q
Why is the shema said? (3)
A
There is only one God.
Those who serve God will receive his blessings.
People should love God and heed his commands.
6
Q
Why is the amidah important? (3)
A
It asks God to fulfil their spiritual needs.
It asks God to fulfil their physical needs.
It fulfils the requirements of prayer such as praise, thanks and requests.
