Study of Religion (Judaism)

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What is Revelation?

Revelation is the way God reveals truth and laws to humanity, especially through the Torah given to Moses.

What is Sin?

Sin is any action or behaviour that goes against God’s laws or will.

What is Repentance?

Repentance, or teshuvah, is the process of turning away from sin and seeking forgiveness from God.

What is Free Will?

Free will is the belief that humans have the ability to choose between good and evil.

What is Divine and Human Justice?

Divine and human justice refers to the belief that God is perfectly just and that humans should also act fairly and create just societies.

What is the Sanctity of Life?

The sanctity of life is the belief that human life is sacred because it is created by God.

What is the Image of God (B’tselem Elohim)?

B’tselem Elohim is the belief that humans are created in the image of God and therefore have inherent dignity and value.

What is a Covenant?

A covenant is a sacred agreement between God and the Jewish people.

What is Chesed?

Chesed refers to loving-kindness, mercy, and compassion shown toward others.

What is Tikkun Olam?

Tikkun Olam means 'repairing the world' and refers to the responsibility to improve society and help others.

What is Pikuach Nefesh?

Pikuach Nefesh is the principle that saving a human life is more important than almost all other religious laws.

What is Tzedakah?

Tzedakah refers to charity and justice and teaches that helping those in need is a moral duty.