Sabbath Flashcards
(23 cards)
What is a Kippah?
A hat worn by Jewish men
The Kippah is also known as a yarmulke.
What is a Tallit?
A shawl that is worn around the shoulders
The tassels on the corners represent the commandments.
Define worship in the context of faith.
The way a person of faith shows their belief in the Divine
What is Kaddish?
A special prayer that shows respect for God
What are Tefillin?
A small black leather box with leather straps worn around a Jewish person’s arm or head
What is the Sabbath?
The weekly period of rest from Friday sun-down to Sunday sun-up in Judaism
What is Challah?
A special type of bread made for the Sabbath
What preparations are made for the Sabbath?
The house is cleaned and the table is set for the Sabbath meal
What is the significance of lighting candles on the Sabbath?
It marks the beginning of the Sabbath and is traditionally done by the woman of the household
What does ‘Shabbat Shalom’ mean?
Have a peaceful Sabbath
What is Kiddush?
A short ceremony that happens before the Sabbath meal
What does Kosher mean?
Proper or fit to eat
What is Kashrut?
Jewish food and drink laws
What is a Schochet?
The person who slaughters the animal in the correct way
What is Havdalah?
The Jewish ritual that marks the end of the Sabbath on Saturday evening
What items are required for the Havdalah ritual?
A glass of wine, spices, and a special candle
What is Shiva?
A week-long period of mourning after a person has died
What is Sheloshim?
The 30 days after the burial
What is Yahrzeit?
The last step in remembering the person who has died, involving lighting a candle and saying prayers
What is the Hebrew word for prayer?
Tefillah
Fill in the blank: The Sabbath is observed from _______ to _______.
Friday sun-down to Sunday sun-up
What is the role of the Rabbi in Judaism?
To lead religious services and provide guidance in Jewish law and tradition
Explain the term ‘Shema’.
A declaration of faith in one God, central to Jewish prayer
