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1
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What is a synagogue?

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A synagogue means “house of assembly” in Hebrew.

synagogue is not only a house of prayers but a place of study and a place to meet people

2
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what is an ark?

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An ark is the most important part of a synagogue. It is where the Torah scrolls is kept.

3
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Kippah

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A hat used to cover the head as a sign of respect.

4
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siddur

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prayer book

5
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bimah

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raised platform for Rabbi etc..

6
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Rabbi

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Teacher in Hebrew

7
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Direction

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The congregation would face the direction that the temple of Jerusalem would be.

8
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Ner Tamid

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Lamp of eternal light. Never to be put out. Shape of star of David. Was in the temple of Jerusalem before it was destroyed

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Sabbath and The Synagogue

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Sabbath is the busiest time for the synagogue. Aka the Jewish day of rest this is when the services are held. Also known as Shabbat and can be performed at home

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shabbat

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Shabbat service happens every week and brings the community together in the synagogue. Reform and orthodox Jews do it differently.

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Reform Jews

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Shabbat services are in The language of country music is played and readings about the messianic age than a personal messiah.

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Orthodox Jews

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Usually in Hebrew, no music and bodily Resurrection of the Messiah.

13
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Amidah

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This is known as "the standing Prayer" and is the Core of Jewish worship.
the three main prayers are:
Praising God,
Asking God for something,
Thanking God.
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Prayers

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Having a conversation with God. This could happen anywhere but you can pray collectively.
Orthodox prayer in Hebrew because it the Holiest language ,however reform would speak both English and Hebrew.
Jews perform prays three times a day formally.

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Why are synagogue’s important

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Place of worship and celebrations,
Prayer house,
School place of study
Temple of Jerusalem equivalent,
Community town hall AND
social welfare.