J3 - Sacred places – pilgrimage, religious importance Flashcards
(27 cards)
J3 Yad Vashem
The Holocaust memorial located in Jerusalem, dedicated to preserving the memory of the victims and educating the public about the Holocaust.
J3 Pilgrimage
A journey to a sacred site for religious reasons, undertaken for spiritual growth, reflection, and connection to faith.
J3 Spiritual Goals
Objectives related to enhancing one’s faith, seeking spiritual enlightenment, and connecting with God during a pilgrimage.
J3 Physical Goals
Objectives related to personal well-being and endurance, such as fitness and health, achieved through the act of pilgrimage.
J3Spiritual Challenges
Difficulties encountered during the pilgrimage that test faith or commitment, including doubt or discomfort.
J3 Physical Challenges
Obstacles faced during the journey, such as fatigue, weather conditions, or physical exertion
J3 Western Wall
A sacred site in Jerusalem, also known as the Wailing Wall, which is the last remaining part of the Second Temple and a place of prayer for Jews.
J3 Historical Significance
The importance of the Western Wall as a remnant of the ancient Temple, symbolising Jewish resilience and connection to their heritage.
J3 Temple Site
The location of the original Temple in Jerusalem, considered the holiest site in Judaism, where many Jews aspire to visit.
J3 Jewish Practices at the Wall
Rituals performed by Jews at the Western Wall, including prayer, placing notes in the cracks, and communal gatherings.
J3 Holocaust Memorial
A site commemorating the six million Jews who perished during the Holocaust, serving as a reminder of the tragedy and its impact on Jewish identity.
J3 Shoah
The Hebrew term for the Holocaust, meaning “catastrophe,” used by many Jews to emphasise the unique nature of this event in Jewish history
J3 Importance of Remembering
The belief among Jews that it is vital to remember the Holocaust to honour the victims, educate future generations, and ensure that such atrocities do not occur again.
J3 Cattle Car
A symbol of the transport of Jews to concentration camps during the Holocaust, serving as a poignant reminder of their suffering.
J3 Children’s Memorial
A dedicated site at Yad Vashem commemorating the one-and-a-half million Jewish children who were killed during the Holocaust.
J3 Hall of Remembrance
A memorial space within Yad Vashem that serves to honour the memory of Holocaust victims.
J3 Hall of Names
A gallery at Yad Vashem that collects and displays the names of Holocaust victims, preserving their memory.
J3 Janusz Korczak Square
A tribute to the Polish-Jewish educator who cared for orphaned children during the Holocaust, highlighting the importance of compassion and care.
J3 Avenue of the Righteous Among the Nations
A pathway at Yad Vashem honouring non-Jews who risked their lives to save Jews during the Holocaust, promoting the values of courage and humanity.
J3 Memory of the Temple
The ongoing remembrance of the Temple in Jewish life and practice, influencing worship and community identity.
J3 Visiting the Western Wall
A common practice among Jews to connect with their heritage and engage in prayer, reinforcing communal ties and faith.
J3 Ark
The cabinet in a synagogue where the Sefer Torah is stored, symbolising the importance of the Torah in Jewish life.
J3 Ner Tamid
The eternal light in a synagogue that represents God’s everlasting presence, often situated above the Ark.
J3 Daily Prayer
Regular worship practices that follow the patterns established in the Temple, maintaining continuity in Jewish spiritual life.
