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AQA GCSE Religious Studies
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Welcome!Today, we'll break down key concepts in Judaism to help you revise effectively. You'll learn about practices, beliefs, and their links to life today. Let's get started!
What is the Synagogue?The synagogue serves as a place for worship, study, and community gatherings in Judaism. Key features include the Ark (where the Torah scrolls are kept), the bimah (platform for reading scripture), and the ner tamid (eternal light). Orthodox and Reform synagogues may differ in layout and practices.
Quick check: What is the purpose of the ner tamid?
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Minyan: Community in WorshipA minyan is a group of at least ten Jewish adults required for certain communal prayers. This highlights the importance of community in Judaism, as worship often involves collective participation.
A minyan is made up of {{blank0}} Jewish adults and is required for {{blank1}} prayers.
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Prayer and Worship in the HomeJewish families often worship at home, where practices include lighting candles for Shabbat, affixing a mezuzah (a small case containing the Shema prayer) to doorposts, and reciting prayers like the Shema. These traditions reinforce faith and family bonds.
Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right
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Shabbat: A Day of RestShabbat is observed from Friday evening to Saturday evening. It is a time for rest, reflecting the creation story in Genesis where God rested on the seventh day. Shabbat also commemorates freedom from slavery in Egypt.
Quick check: Why do Jews rest during Shabbat?
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Dietary Laws: Kosher and TreifahJewish dietary laws, known as kashrut, determine what foods are permissible (kosher) and forbidden (treifah). For example, meat and dairy cannot be mixed. These laws symbolise identity, obedience to God, and spiritual purity.
Which of the following are considered kosher practices? (Select all that apply)
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Mourning in JudaismJewish mourning rituals include shiva (a seven-day mourning period) and reciting the Kaddish prayer. These practices reflect beliefs about life after death and respect for the deceased.
Review Time!Great work! You've learned about synagogues, Shabbat, dietary laws, and more. Now let's test your understanding with a few questions.
Which feature of the synagogue contains the Torah scrolls?
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Which practices are part of Shabbat? (Select all that apply)
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During mourning, Jewish families sit {{blank0}} and recite the {{blank1}} prayer.
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