Questions for Reflection
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How does Judaism define God? What are your views of God?
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What are the major functions of the synagogue? What is found in a synagogue
(sanctuary)?
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What are the different parts of the worship service? When and where are services
held? In your opinion, what is the most important passage from the prayerbook?
Why?
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What are the basic beliefs of Judaism, and how do they differ from those
of Christianity?
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What is the major significance of the Sabbath? What are the major rituals
and ceremonies practiced on Shabbat?
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How do you plan to implement Shabbat into your own lifestyle.
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How do you explain the phenomenon of anti-Semitism? What are some of the
causes of anti-Semitism?
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What is the historical significance of Israel? Of Jerusalem? of The Wall?
How do you relate to Israel?
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What are the major ingredients of a Jewish home? How will these be implemented
in your own home?
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Analyze, whether in your view, the Jews are a race, nation, religious group,
or people.
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Why is history so important to Jews and to Judaism? How has history affected
Jewish life?
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What do you feel are the important characteristics and actions of being a
good Jew?
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Describe the important life cycle and holiday celebrations in Jewish life.
Do you see yourself integrating these celebrations into your own life?
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Describe the different meanings of Torah in Judaism.
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