Prayer Flashcards
(26 cards)
How often do Orthodox Jews pray?
Orthodox Jews pray three times a day in Hebrew.
How do Reform Jews approach prayer?
Reform Jews pray in native languages and however often they want.
What is encouraged for Jews regarding daily prayer?
Jews are encouraged to pray daily at home as well as in the synagogue.
What is a common practice for starting and ending the day?
Jews are encouraged to start and end the day with a prayer.
What is said after meals?
A prayer is said after meals to thank G-d for providing.
Why are set prayers important?
Set prayers are important because they stop prayers from being selfish, create community connection, and help focus on God.
Why are informal prayers important?
Informal prayers are important because they allow contact when needed and express one’s own thoughts and feelings.
What is the significance of prayer at home?
Prayer at home is important because it brings family together and serves as a reminder that worship should be present in all aspects of life.
Is there a single way to pray in Judaism?
There is no single way to pray, but many Jews pray in silence, standing up, and swaying.
How often do Orthodox Jews pray?
Orthodox Jews pray three times a day in Hebrew.
How do Reform Jews approach prayer?
Reform Jews pray in native languages and however often they want.
What is encouraged for Jews regarding daily prayer?
Jews are encouraged to pray daily at home as well as in the synagogue.
What is a common practice for starting and ending the day?
Jews are encouraged to start and end the day with a prayer.
What is said after meals?
A prayer is said after meals to thank G-d for providing.
Why are set prayers important?
Set prayers are important because they stop prayers from being selfish, create community connection, and help focus on God.
Why are informal prayers important?
Informal prayers are important because they allow contact when needed and express one’s own thoughts and feelings.
What is the significance of prayer at home?
Prayer at home is important because it brings family together and serves as a reminder that worship should be present in all aspects of life.
Is there a single way to pray in Judaism?
There is no single way to pray, but many Jews pray in silence, standing up, and swaying.
What is a Siddur?
A prayer book containing a daily set of prayers that can be used at home or in synagogue.
What is a Mezuzah?
A container with the Shema that is placed on every doorframe. Jews touch the mezuzah every time they go through as a reminder of God.
What are Tefilin?
Two black boxes containing the Shema that are wrapped around people’s arms and head, worn for morning prayer.
What is a Tallit?
A prayer shawl with fringes worn during worship. The strings at the end (tzitzit) represent the mitzvot.
What does Psalm 55 say about casting cares?
“People should cast their cares on the Lord and he will sustain them.”
What is the speaker’s plea in Psalm 55?
“As for me, I call to God, and the Lord saves me. Evening, morning and noon I cry out in distress, and he hears my voice.”
