Judaism beliefs RE year 9

*Q: What is the history of the Jewish religion?*

A history of the Jewish religion from the Old Testament to the modern day. It includes the development of Jewish laws, practices, and traditions, shaping Jewish identity over millennia.

*Q: What are the key Jewish sacred texts?*

The Torah, the Tenakh, and the Talmud. These texts are central to Jewish religious life, containing laws, history, and teachings that guide the daily lives and spiritual practices of Jews.

*Q: What is the Covenant with Abraham?*

A key event in Jewish history where God made a covenant with Abraham, promising to make his descendants a great nation. This covenant is a foundational aspect of Jewish identity and belief.

*Q: What is the Sinai Covenant and the 10 Commandments?*

The covenant made between God and the Israelites at Mount Sinai, where God gave Moses the 10 Commandments. This event is central to Jewish law and ethics.

*Q: What is the Festival of Pesach (Passover)?*

A Jewish festival commemorating the Israelites' exodus from Egypt and their liberation from slavery. It includes specific rituals and symbolic foods.

*Q: What is the nature of God in Judaism?*

God is seen as one, eternal, and omnipotent. Jewish beliefs about God include attributes such as being a creator, judge, and lawgiver.

*Q: What is Shekhinah?*

The divine presence of God. In Jewish mysticism, Shekhinah represents God's presence in the world and is associated with spiritual experiences.

*Q: What are Jewish beliefs about life after death?*

Beliefs vary among Jews but can include resurrection, the immortality of the soul, and a future judgment. Orthodox Judaism often emphasizes bodily resurrection.

*Q: What are the festivals of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur?*

Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, and Yom Kippur is the Day of Atonement, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, focused on repentance and forgiveness.

*Q: What is the nature and role of the Messiah?*

The belief in a future anointed leader who will bring peace and restore Israel. The Messiah is expected to be a descendant of King David.

*Q: What are key moral principles in Judaism?*

Justice, healing the world, and kindness. These principles guide ethical behavior and social responsibility in Jewish life.

*Q: What is the sanctity of life in Judaism?*

The belief in Pikuach Nefesh, which emphasizes the obligation to save life, even if it means breaking other Jewish laws.

*Q: What is the importance of the Torah?*

The Torah contains the first five books of Moses and is considered the most sacred text in Judaism. It guides religious and ethical conduct.

*Q: What is Shabbat?*

The Jewish holy day, a day of rest and spiritual renewal starting Friday evening and ending Saturday evening. It includes specific prayers, meals, and rituals.

*Q: What is a Mitzvot?*

Jewish rules or commandments that guide religious and ethical behavior. There are 613 mitzvot in the Torah.

*Q: What is the Talmud?*

A commentary by rabbis on the Torah, consisting of the Mishnah and Gemara. It is a central text for Jewish law and tradition.

*Q: What is Pikuach Nefesh?*

The obligation to save life, even if it means breaking other Jewish laws. It highlights the supreme value of human life in Judaism.

*Q: What are the opportunities for independent learning?*

Resources such as BBC Bitesize, YouTube videos on the story of Abraham and Moses, visiting Jewish museums, and exploring online articles and websites.

*Q: Torah*

The five books of Moses, which form the first section of the Tenakh. The Jewish Law.

*Q: Tenakh*

The Hebrew Bible, consisting of the Torah, the Prophets, and the Writings.

*Q: Shabbat*

The Jewish holy day, a day of spiritual renewal starting shortly before sunset on Friday and continuing to nightfall on Saturday.

*Q: Mitzvot (singular Mitzvah)*

Jewish rules or commandments.

*Q: Shekhinah*

The divine presence.

*Q: Talmud*

A commentary by the rabbis on the Torah. It consists of the Mishnah and Gemara together in one collection.

*Q: Pikuach Nefesh*

The obligation to save life, even if doing so breaks Jewish law.

*Q: Messiah*

The anointed one who is expected to lead Jews and the world to a future time of peace.

*Q: Rosh Hashanah*

The Jewish New Year festival.

*Q: Yom Kippur*

The Day of Atonement, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar focused on repentance and forgiveness.

*Q: Orthodox Judaism*

A branch of Judaism that strictly follows traditional teachings and practices.

*Q: Reform Judaism*

A branch of Judaism that modernizes and adapts Jewish practices.

*Q: Justice (Tzedek)*

A key moral principle in Judaism involving fairness and equality.

*Q: Healing the World (Tikkun Olam)*

The Jewish concept of social justice and responsibility to repair and improve the world.

*Q: Kindness (Chesed)*

Acts of loving-kindness, an essential principle in Jewish ethics.