Definitions And Stuff Flashcards
(11 cards)
The star of david
Symbol of judaism
Ark
Cupboard that houses torah scrolls-most important feature in synagogue
Ten commandments (in a synagogue)
Decorate the ark reminding jews of their most important commandments
The bimah
Platform in centre of synagogue. Torah scrolls read from here
The menorah
Seven branched candlestick representing each day of gods creation
Ner tamid
Eternal light. Shows god is always present
Stained glass windows
Show important symbols of faith
The gallery
In orthodox, the seating area upstairs is only for women
Kippah
All jewish men cover their heads when they pray as a sign of respect for god
Tallit
Woollen shawl. Shows the man is obeying God’s laws because each fringe tzitzit) symbolises one of the 613 mitzvot given by God.
Tefillin
Two leather boxes. One is worn on the upper left arm and the other on the forehead. Each contains the shema and wearing them shows that the person loves god with their heart and mind
