Understanding Judaism: History, Interpretations, and the Tradition of Questioning

The video explores the history and beliefs of Judaism, focusing on key figures like Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. It highlights the importance of the Torah and the tradition of questioning and interpreting religious texts. The narrative includes Abraham's covenant with God, his journey to Canaan, and the lineage leading to Jacob, who is renamed Israel after wrestling with God. This struggle symbolizes the Jewish tradition of engaging with and questioning their faith.

What is the central religious text of Judaism that recounts the origin story of the Jewish people?

• The Quran

• The Bible

• The Torah

• The Bhagavad Gita

What promise did God make to Abraham if he followed God's path?

• He would receive great wealth

• He would be the patriarch of a great nation

• He would have a long life

• He would become a king

Who was Abraham's first son, born to his wife's maid servant?

• Ishmael

• Jacob

• Joseph

• Isaac

What was the test of faith that God gave to Abraham involving his son Isaac?

• To leave Canaan

• To sacrifice Isaac

• To build a temple

• To find a new land

What new name was given to Jacob after wrestling with an angel?

• Judah

• Joseph

• Isaac

• Israel

What does the name 'Israel' mean?

• One who serves God

• One who is chosen by God

• One who struggles with God

• One who is blessed by God

What is a central aspect of Jewish tradition when it comes to reading the Torah?

• Accepting it without question

• Memorizing it

• Ignoring its contradictions

• Questioning and interpreting it