Judaism Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
What do Jewish people believe they all have in common?
A
All believe they are descendants of Abraham
2000BCE
Abraham is believed to have had special relationship for himself and his descendants with the one and only God
2
Q
What is special about Judaism?
A
It’s a RACE not just a RELIGION
3
Q
What are Secular Jews?
A
They belong to Jewish race but are NOT religious
4
Q
Symbol of Judaism and its meaning?
A
Star of David
5
Q
Number of followers?
A
14 million
6
Q
Name of holy book?
A
Torah
7
Q
Place of worship?
A
Synagogue
8
Q
Core teachings?
A
Belief in God and prophets Moses and Abraham
9
Q
How many books of Torah?
A
5
First is Genesis - it emphasises all things depend on one God
