Religious Studies /GCSE Religious Studies - Y10 Judaism Part 5
GCSE Religious Studies - Y10 Judaism Part 5
A set of 25 flashcards covering key concepts from the fifth part of the GCSE Religious Studies course on Judaism.
What does the woman of the family light two candles to start Shabbat?
To bring the presence of Shabbat in the home.
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What does the woman of the family light two candles to start Shabbat?
To bring the presence of Shabbat in the home.
What prayer is said over a cup of wine at the beginning of the meal on Shabbat?
The Kiddush Prayer.
What is Challah and what does it symbolize?
A blessing over two loaves of bread which symbolizes what the Israelites ate when they left Egypt.
What does the Havdallah candle symbolize?
Means separation and symbolizes the difference between Shabbat and the rest of the week.
Why is the Torah important to Jews?
1) It contains the Mitzvot. 2) Contains history of the Jewish religion. 3) Gives Jewish people a sense of identity and common belief.
What is the Talmud?
A collection of writings by the Rabbi's that explain and apply the Torah scriptures. These are passed on verbally.
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
What does the woman of the family light two candles to start Shabbat? | To bring the presence of Shabbat in the home. |
What prayer is said over a cup of wine at the beginning of the meal on Shabbat? | The Kiddush Prayer. |
What is Challah and what does it symbolize? | A blessing over two loaves of bread which symbolizes what the Israelites ate when they left Egypt. |
What does the Havdallah candle symbolize? | Means separation and symbolizes the difference between Shabbat and the rest of the week. |
Why is the Torah important to Jews? | 1) It contains the Mitzvot. 2) Contains history of the Jewish religion. 3) Gives Jewish people a sense of identity and common belief. |
What is the Talmud? | A collection of writings by the Rabbi's that explain and apply the Torah scriptures. These are passed on verbally. |
Quote from Genesis that tells Jews that marriage is important: | A man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh. |
What is the bedeken? | The 'veiling' - where the groom veils the bride. |
What is the Chuppah? What does it symbolize? | It is a covered area where the bride and groom meet in this unifying act to become married. It demonstrates a home always open to guests like the tent of Abraham and Sarah. |
What is the Ketbuah? What details does it contain? | The marriage contract. It details the husbands obligations to his wife showing that it is a legal and moral commitment. |
What happens after the marriage ceremony? | There is a party. |
Why do Jews have a celebration after the marriage ceremony? | Participating in the wedding feast and rejoicing with the couple is a great Mitzvot. |
According to Jewish traditions, what are joyous occasion celebrated with? | Food. |
Brit Milah is... | The Hebrew term used to describe the religious circumcision of boys. |
Kiddush is... | A prayer sanctifying Shabbat and many holy days, usually said over wine. |
Explain the Jewish Naming Ceremony: | When Jewish children are born they are given an ordinary name in Hebrew name, the Hebrew name is given at the first public gathering after the birth and is used in religious ceremonies. |
What does Brit Milah translate to? | Covenant of circumcision - it is a covenant with Abraham. |
What do Jews do for naming ceremonies? | There is no special ceremony but for some Reform Jews, a special service called Brit Bat happens which includes singing and giving thanks to God. |
What is circumcision? | It involves the removal of the foreskin on the eighth day after birth and then a blessing is said. |
Why do Jews think circumcision is important? Give a quote. | It represents the covenant God made with Abraham 'On the eighth day, the flesh of the foreskin shall be circumcised' |
What is a Bar/Bat Mitzvah? | An initiation ceremony for boys and girls to become adults in the Jewish community. |
The Bar Mitzvah... | The ceremony for boys at the age of 13. The words mean 'son of the commandment' and shows that a Jewish boy may enter into a covenant relationship with God. |
The Bat Mitzvah... | Is a ceremony for girls at the age of 12. The words mean 'Daughter of Commandment.' |
Why do girls have their Bat Mitzvah one year earlier than boys? | It is believed girls mature faster than boys. |
How do girls prepare for their Bat Mitzvah? | Learning Hebrew piece 'Eisher Chayil.' |