World Religions
World Religions Name__________
Mr. Aylesworth/Brogan Judaism pages 213-218
The Sanctification of Life
Directions: Read pages 213-218 and complete this handout. This assignment is due Monday, May 8.
People often tend to think of religion as primarily a matter of believing in certain doctrines. Drawing from your own experiences, list several (3) examples of religious practices. In your opinion are these practices meaningful if they are independent of beliefs?
On the Sabbath Jews celebrate the creation of the world by avoiding labor in order to rest and to worship. Do you reserve time in your life for that kind of celebration? If so describe what that time is like. If not, reflect on what benefits it might bring.
Judaism carefully observes rites of passage, as can be seen in the details involved in its mourning of the dead. How does Judaism’s approach to mourning compare with what your family does?
According to Mishnah, what sustains the world?
What is the predominant form of daily worship for Judaism?
What are the two centers of Jewish worship?
What will you find in every synagogue?
When does the Sabbath occur? Identify the two main parts of it celebration.
Describe Rosh Hashanah.
Think back to earlier this week when we watched parts of the 10 Commandments…describe the scene that was the original Passover.
Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah are similar to what Catholic Sacrament? Explain the importance of this Jewish and Catholic ritual.
What are some rituals that take place during the marriage ceremony in a Jewish marriage? Are there any similar rituals in Christian marriages?
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