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WorksheetsJudaism Recap
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 7mins
What is the 'ner tamid' or everlasting light?
The lamp near the 'ark' that is meant to be kept alight at all times. It is symbolic that God's is always present.
The lamp near the Bimah that is meant to be kept alight at all times. It is symbolic that God is always present through the Torah and sacred writings.
The lamp near the 'ark' that is meant to be kept alight at all time. It is symbolic that God's is always present.
The ner tamid is a special candlestick that is a symbol of Judaism.
What is the 'ark'?
The special cupboard where the 'Kippah' (hat) and 'tallit katan' (prayer shawls) are stored for services
The special cupboard that is a reminder of the Jews who went into hiding to save their lives
The special cupboard where the Torah scrolls are kept.
The ark is a special door into the synagogue.
What is the difference between seating in an Orthodox and seating in a Reform synagogue?
Reform Jews sit and Orthodox Jews stand during services.
Orthodox seating has men and women sitting separately, in Reform synagogues they may sit together.
Orthodox don't allow women at services at all, Reform Jews do allow women at any service.
In an Orthodox synagogue men sit inside and women sit outside the synagogue.
What is the Menorah?
The Menorah is a special type of candlestick. It is one of the oldest symbols of Judaism.
The Menorah is a candlestick which people hold to see in the Synagogue.
The Menorah is a special light that hangs in front of the ark.
The Menorah is a symbol outside the synagogue, it shows people where the Synagogue is.
What does the 'Star of David' symbolise?
The Star of David is a 6 pointed star which is named after St David. It is a symbol for a shield protecting the Jews against evil.
The Star of David is a 5 pointed star which is named after King David. It is a symbol for a shield protecting the Jews against evil.
The Star of David is a 6 pointed star which is name after King David. It is a symbol for a shield protecting the Jews against evil.
The Star of David is a 5 pointed star which is named after St David. It is a symbol for a shield protecting the Jews against evil.
Which is the most important part of the Synagogue?
The ner tamid is the most important part of the synagogue because it shows God is always present.
The Bimah is the most important part of the synagogue because it is where the word of God is read.
The seating is the most important part of the synagogue because it is where people sit.
The Ark is the most important part of the synagogue because it is where the Torah Scrolls are kept
The Torah Scrolls...
are the holy book of Christianity.
are the holy book of Judaism.
are dressed in a special cover to show respect and keep the Torah Scrolls clean.
all of the above
What is written on the Two Stone Tablets?
The first verse of the Torah Scrolls.
The Jewish statement of faith.
The Ten Commandments
The name and address of the synagogue.
A Yad is a silver pointer...
that is used to read the Torah Scrolls because you are not allowed to touch the pages.
which is used to point at the Torah Scrolls.
which is used to decorate the Torah Scrolls.
that Jewish people use to pick their nose.
Why do Jewish people celebrate Rosh Hashanah?
So they can have a party?
Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year festival.
To celebrate Christmas.
To wash away their sins.
What is Hanukkah?
The Jewish Harvest festival
A Jewish car.
Jewish festival of light.
A pointer stick used to read the Torah.
What is Yom Kippur?
A type of synagogue.
A special Jewish dance performed at New Year.
New year celebration.
A day of atonement, reflection, where Jews ask God to forgive them for their sins.
What is is a mezuzah?
A blessing written on parchment paper, which is nailed on Jewish front doors to remind them of their obligations to God.
A Hebrew secret letter to put on your door.
One of the 'Ten Commandments'.
A type of prayer given to Christians to put on their front door.
What is a Shofar?
An electric Jewish guitar.
A Jewish saxophone. Played during Rosh Hashanah and at the end of Yom Kippur.
An ancient musical horn made of a ram's horn. Played during Rosh Hashanah and at the end of Yom Kippur.
A special seat for the Jewish council within the synagogue.
