Jewish Culture and Traditions Vocabulary

Flashcards covering the specific terminology for dance, music, food, and religious dress found in the culture and traditions lecture.

Hasidic

A dance that expresses joy and fun.

Tza'ad temani

A dance mostly used in weddings and celebrations where you hop in place.

Pizmonim

A traditional music where they listen to religious teaching.

Challah

Braided sweet bread.

Bagels

Popular baked rings of dough.

Gefilte fish

Fish topped with herbs.

Judaism

The main religion of the group described in the notes.

Kippah

A hat worn by men to maintain jewish religious law.

Haredi

Clothes worn by men in the context of jewish religious law.

Jewish religious attire for women

Includes covering the hair and wearing long clothes.