RE - Judaism 0.0 / 5 ? Religious StudiesAll LevelsNone Created by: EmilyCreated on: 29-05-13 14:29 The Torah Judaism's holy book, which is the first 5 books of the Christian Bible 1 of 15 The Star Of David The symbol of Judaism 2 of 15 The Menorah It is a candelabrum with 7 candle holders that is kept in Jewish synagogues. Symbolizes the burning bush (moses) 3 of 15 The Mezzuzah A small container made of wood, plastic or metal which contains some of the Torah. It is hung on the right side of the door. 4 of 15 The Kippur A small cap that men are expected to wear to Jewish holy places. 5 of 15 Shankbone A part of the seder plate that is a reminder of the lamb which was killed so its blood could be put on the doorposts. 6 of 15 Parsley + Salt Water Symbolic of the tears shed during slavery. 7 of 15 Charoset Symbolic of Egyptian buildings because it is gritty. It is also sweet to symbolise God's sweet kindness which made slavery almost bearable. 8 of 15 Lettuce God commanded that this vegetable should be served with lamb. 9 of 15 Egg Eaten in memory of the daily temple sacrifice. Also symbolizes new life and springtime 10 of 15 Bitter Herbs Symbolic of bitter treatment of Israelites during slavery. 11 of 15 The Chuppah A special canopy that the bride and groom stand under which symbolizes the home the couple will share. 12 of 15 Shabbat The holy day for Judaism (Saturday) 13 of 15 Kosher Fit for Jewish use 14 of 15 Tallith A prayer shawl 15 of 15
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