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GCSE Religious Studies - Y10 Judaism Part 2

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This deck covers key concepts and beliefs in Judaism, focusing on the creation story, the role of God, the significance of Shabbat, and the beliefs about the Messiah. It includes perspectives from both Orthodox and Reform Jews.

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What are Secular Jews?

They don't believe in God and so don't see the teachings of the Torah as sacred.
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Definition
What are Secular Jews?
They don't believe in God and so don't see the teachings of the Torah as sacred.
What would orthodox Jews say about the creation story in Genesis 1? Why?
That is 100% true and they would reject all scientific theories. Because God has direct Power and influence on what happens in the world so is extreme...
What would Reform Jews say about the creation story in Genesis 1? Why?
They believe God created the universe but they do accept some scientific theories. Because God didn't take it literally seven days to make the world a...
The five main events of creation are:
1) creation of the universe. 2) creation of the earth. 3) creation of Adam and Eve (humankind.) 4) Temptation of Adam and Eve. 5) The fall of humankin...
What did God make on the first day of creation?
God called the light 'day' and the darkness 'night.'
Give a quote which shows that we are made in the image of God:
'Let us make man in our image, after our likeness' Genesis 1 day 6.
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GCSE Religious Studies - Y10 Judaism Part 2
TermDefinition
What are Secular Jews?
They don't believe in God and so don't see the teachings of the Torah as sacred.
What would orthodox Jews say about the creation story in Genesis 1? Why?
That is 100% true and they would reject all scientific theories. Because God has direct Power and influence on what happens in the world so is extremely important for them to follow what it says in the Torah.
What would Reform Jews say about the creation story in Genesis 1? Why?
They believe God created the universe but they do accept some scientific theories. Because God didn't take it literally seven days to make the world and God made the process of evolution begin.
The five main events of creation are:
1) creation of the universe. 2) creation of the earth. 3) creation of Adam and Eve (humankind.) 4) Temptation of Adam and Eve. 5) The fall of humankind from grace.
What did God make on the first day of creation?
God called the light 'day' and the darkness 'night.'
Give a quote which shows that we are made in the image of God:
'Let us make man in our image, after our likeness' Genesis 1 day 6.
What is the big bang theory?
Idea that about 13.7 million years ago all the matter in the universe was concentrated at a single point. An explosion happened and everything went spiralling until the universe was created.
What command did God give to Adam and Eve in Genesis?
To not eat from the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil. 'You must not touch it or you will die.'
What consequence did Adam and Eve face for disobeying God in Genesis 2?
Was sent to the garden of Eden where there was no tree of life so death enters the world.
What is 'The Fall'?
When Adam and Eve are tempted by a serpent to eat from the tree against God's will.
What is the prayer that is said in orthodox services that illustrate how God created the world?
Blessed be he who spoke, and the world existed.
What is the importance of Shabbat? Link it to creation.
It is a day of rest but also the celebration of creation because God rested on the seventh day too.
What is the purpose of mankind (In Genesis)?
To have 'domain' or power over the earth.
Explain the idea that Jews believe 'God as Law Giver':
Jews believe that God revealed to the Prophet Moses laws and duties are expected of all Jews. The 10 Commandments (Exodus 20:1 - 17)
What happens if Jews obey the 10 Commandments?
Jews are not only fulfilling what God wants but they are also forming a close relationship with him.
Explain the idea that Jews believe 'God as Judge.'
Judaism teaches that God is a God of both justice and that he will judge each person. God has no pleasure in judging humans wrongly so the ones he makes are just.
Give a quote that shows God is a good judge:
Psalm 5:4 :'You are not a God that has pleasure in wickedness.'
What does the Jewish Festival 'Rosh Hashanah' celebrate?
It's all about the creation of the world. At this time, it is believed God will judge every person.
What happens in the 10 days after Rosh Hashanah?
God is believed to be a God of mercy so humans are given 10 days to make up for any bad deeds and to also ask for forgiveness.
Why is the Shekinhah important? (3)
1) It guides the people to live how God wants them to. 2) It acts within the world - present. 3) The divine presence of God saved the Israelites from slavery by guiding them out of Egypt.
Where do Orthodox Jews believe the Shekinhah is?
In the 'Wailing Wall' which is a wall in Jerusalem that is part of the ruins of the very first temple which was built after God saved the Israelites. His true presence is here.
Where do Reform Jews believe the Shekinhah is?
It is with them when Jewish people are together and when they study the Torah and the Talmud.
Why do Jews believe a Messiah will come?
They were told 1000 years before Jesus that a Messiah would come to Earth.
What do Orthodox Jews believe about the Messiah?
They believe that a Messiah will come to earth and there is a possibility of one in every generation.
What do Reform Jews believe about the Messiah?
They don't believe that an individual Messiah will come but that there will be a Messianic age where everyone obeys the laws of God and people of different faiths will work together to establish harmony.