Mosaic Covenant Flashcards
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What is the Covenant at Sinai also known as?
The Covenant at Sinai is also known as the Mosaic covenant or the covenant with Moses.
When was the Covenant at Sinai formed?
The Covenant at Sinai was formed after Moses led the people out of slavery.
What did Moses receive at the top of Mount Sinai?
At the top of Mount Sinai, Moses was given the Torah and the Oral Torah (Talmud).
What does the Torah contain?
The Torah contains the 613 Mitzvot, but the 10 commandments (The Decalogue) are rules to be kept by all Jews.
What was the situation of the Jews at the time of the Covenant at Sinai?
The Jews were in a time of turmoil, trying to start a new nation and society, and they needed leadership and guidance.
What was the condition for God’s blessings according to the Covenant at Sinai?
If they followed God’s commandments, then God would bless and care for them.
Who is regarded as the most important prophet in Judaism?
Moses is regarded as the most important prophet in Judaism.
What role did God play through Moses?
God acted through Moses, performing miracles.
What was Moses’ role for the Israelites?
Moses was a saviour for the Israelites.
What did Moses do with the Torah?
Moses received the Torah and taught it to the people.
What is unique about Moses’ experience with God?
Moses is the only person to have met God face to face.
Where did Moses lead the Israelites?
Moses led them to the promised land.
How is Moses described as a leader?
Moses was a good and fair leader.
What is one of the commandments regarding other gods?
You shall have no other Gods.
What does the commandment say about idols?
You shall not make idols.
No statues in homes or synagogues as it could be considered idolatry.
What is the commandment regarding the Sabbath?
Keep the Sabbath holy.
Jews will not do any work, including cooking/cleaning.
What is the significance of the Shema prayer?
Part of the Shema prayer is the commandment to keep the Sabbath holy.
What does the commandment say about adultery?
You shall not commit adultery.
This mitzvot cannot be broken even to save a life.
What is the importance of the covenant at Sinai?
The law of the Torah is still followed today - it is the most important part of the Tenakh.
How is the Torah observed in synagogues?
The Torah is read every Sabbath in the synagogue.
What festival celebrates the gift of the Torah?
The gift of the Torah is celebrated at Shavuot.
What does the festival of Pesach commemorate?
The festival of Pesach remembers the Passover and the Jews’ escape from Egypt.
What did God give to Moses?
God gave Moses the Torah with the 613 mitzvot in it.
What is the promise if Jews keep God’s laws?
“You will be my treasured possession … you will be for me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation.”
This is from Exodus 19.
