Judaism- R.E

• What is the focus of the provision summary for the GCC nine to one Judaism paper?

  Sources of wisdom and authority
• Why is understanding sources of wisdom and authority important for high marks?

  It secures high-level marks in exams
• What are the main beliefs and teachings about the nature of the Almighty in Judaism?

  • God is one
  • God is the creator of the universe
  • God's creation is good
  • God is the lawgiver
  • God rewards good people and punishes evil people
• What does Isaiah 33 say about God?

  God is a lawgiver
• What does Deuteronomy 6:4 state about God?

  The Lord our God, the Lord is one
• What is the Shekinah in Judaism?

  God's presence in the world
• How did the Shekinah guide Moses?

  It guided him through the wilderness
• Why is the Shekinah important for Jews?

  They can encounter God's presence anytime
• What does Exodus 33 say about God's presence?

  My presence will go with you
• What will the Messiah bring according to Jewish belief?

  A messianic age of peace
• What is one of the 13 principles of faith in Judaism?

  Belief in the coming of the Messiah
• What do some Orthodox rabbis teach about the Messiah?

  He won't come until all observe mitzvot
• What is the Covenant at Sinai?

  An agreement between God and Jews
• What is the significance of the 613 laws given to Moses?

  They define Jews as God's special people
• What are the Decalogue?

  The 10 commandments
• Why are the Decalogue special for Jews?

  They must be kept by all Jews
• Where can the Decalogue be found?

  In Exodus 20
• What does the covenant with Abraham entail?

  God's promise of a great nation
• What is the Brit Milah?

  Circumcision of Jewish baby boys
• What is the significance of the covenant with Abraham for Jews?

  It grants them the right to live in Israel
• What does Genesis say about the land promised to Abraham?

  It will be an everlasting possession
• What is the sanctity of life in Judaism?

  Life is holy and belongs to God
• What is the concept of Pikuach Nefesh?

  Saving a life overrides other commandments
• Why is Pikuach Nefesh important for Jews?

  It helps decide when to break commandments
• What do Orthodox Jews believe about transplant surgery?

  They don't allow it due to mitzvot
• What are the 613 mitzvot?

  Commandments received by Moses on Sinai
• What is free will in the context of mitzvot?

  Choosing to do good or evil
• Why is understanding mitzvot important for Jews?

  To develop their relationship with God
• What do liberal Jews believe about mitzvot?

  They are a personal choice
• What does Deuteronomy say about obeying mitzvot?

  Choosing to obey is a matter of life or death
• What happens to the souls of the righteous after death?

  They are sent to heaven
• What is the fate of ordinary people's souls after death?

  They go to hell for purification
• Why is belief in life after death important for Jews?

  It is a teaching of the Torah
• What does the Talmud say about life after death?

  It includes writings on Jewish law
• What do some Jews believe about resurrection?

  Only the righteous will be resurrected
• What does Daniel say about resurrection?

  Many will awake to everlasting life
• What is the focus of today's session in the study of Judaism?

  Covenants and their significance
• What is a covenant in the context of Judaism?

  A promise or agreement between two parties
• Which covenants should students be aware of for their exam?

  Covenant with Abraham and Moses
• What does God promise Abraham in their covenant?

  A new land and many descendants