jewish literature

• What is the Jewish republic in Asia?

  Israel
• What is the greatest literature produced by the Jews?

  Holy Bible
• How is the Holy Bible divided?

  Into Old and New Testament
• What does the Old Testament cover?

  History/teachings of ancient Israel
• What does the New Testament focus on?

  Life & teachings of God
• Which testament do Jews accept as their "bible"?

  Old Testament
• What is the central topic of any Jewish literature?

  Love of God
• How do Jews show devotion to God?

  No statue/imagery, only belief and love
• What reflects the paternal love and wisdom of the Jewish God?

  Method of showing love
• What are the characteristics of Jewish literature?

  Emotional and passionate hymns of praise
• What does Jewish literature express about their culture?

  Great love for their country
• What are the three types of Jewish literature?

  • Lyric: Poetic songs celebrating Jewish culture
  • Narrative: Biblical stories from Jewish perspectives
  • Drama: Life struggles, faith, family dynamics, morality, social justice
• What is the most popular form of religious poetry in Jewish literature?

  Psalms
• What are the different types of Psalms?

  • Psalms of Praise: Gratitude and adoration to God
  • Psalms of Trust: Comfort, encouragement, and hope
  • Psalms of Contrition: Sorrow, repentance, and desire for forgiveness