shavuot

• Why do Jews celebrate Shavuot?

  It commemorates when Moses was given the 10 commandments on Mount Sinai.
• What does Shavuot show about God?

  It shows Jews how God is a provider and reminds them of the importance of living a halakhic life.
• Leviticus 23:15-17

  "Count up fifty days up to the day after the seventh Sabbath, and then present an offering of new grain to the Lord".
• What is Shavuot also known as?

  The Feast of weeks
• State 3 ways Jews celebrate Shavuot.

  • Bring fruit and bread offerings to the synagogue
  • Read from the Book of Ruth
  • Decorate the house with plants
• Why do Jews read from Ruth on Shavuot?

  • The book of ruth is about kindness and generosity
  • David died on Shavuot and the book of Ruth ends with his lineage.
  • It takes place at harvest time
• What book do Jews study on Shavout?

  The Torah that God gave them.
• What time of year does Shavuot take place?

  Harvest time
• Jews wear white on Shavuot because it is the height of perfection representing how they are God's chosen people.