The Synagogue

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    Paul Evangelou

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    • Synagogue 

      Place of Jewish public prayer, study and gathering
    • Minyan: A group of at least ten men required for public prayer
    • Menorah: A nine-branched candlelabrum used for the festival of Chanukah
    • Magen David (Star of David): Symbol of Judaism said to represent the Shield of King David
    • Rabbi 

      Jewish religious leader
    • Ner Tamid (Eternal light): A light that is kept burning in the synagogue above the Ark
    • The Ark: Holiest place in the synagogue where the Torah Scrolls are kept
    • Orthodox Jews: Jews who emphasise the importance of following the laws and guidance in the Torah; they believe the Torah was given directly by God to Moses.
    • Chazzan (cantor): a person who leads the prayers in the synagogue