Keywords

• • Omnipotence = All-powerful, mighty, and unlimited nature of God
• • Orthodox = Major branch of Judaism which follows beliefs and teachings traditionally. Believe the Torah is eternal and unchanging.
• • Aron Hakodesh - Holy ark (cupboard) which holds the Torah scrolls. Focal point of the synagogue
• • Omnibenevolence = all-loving and infinite. Jews refer to God as omnibenevolent
• • Reform = major branch of Judaism which has a diversity of laws and practices. Choose which laws to follow
• • Rabbi = Religious teacher who can make decisions and matters on Jewish law. Often leads worship in Synagogue and conducts rituals.
• • Shema = Important Jewish prayer said 2x a day. States there ONE God.
• • Shabbat = Jewish day of rest and spiritual renewal. Friday sunset > Saturday sunset
• • Kippah = cap worn by Jewish men during worship. A reminder of God's presence and a symbol of respect.
• • Synagogue = House of assembly and prayer. Also a place of study and celebration
• • Kashrut = Jewish food laws meaning fit, proper, or correct. What can and can't be eaten and how to prepare foods.
• • Ner Tamid = "eternal light". Constantly lit lamp near the ark as reminder of God's presence