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Slide 2 What is Judaism? Slide 3 Introduction video This short video clip would be an ideal introduction to sources of authority such as the Torah, beliefs and artefacts for a class looking at Judaism http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningzone/clips/the- shema/3651.html Slide 4 Key Words Synagogue - The Jewish house of worship. The Torah - The most Holy text in Judaism. A Rabbi - A spiritual leader Bar Mitzvah - Jewish coming of age rituals Kosher Jewish food law Slide 5 Liberal Judaism Lily Montagu Association of 30 independent synagogues Torah The Messiah and the afterlife Worship and ritual Gender issues Sexuality Funerals Kosher Slide 6 Reformed Judaism One of the most relaxed forms of Judaism The MEZUZAH marks your home as a Jewish home. It is a sign of Jewish commitment. As you leave the house, stop to kiss the mezuzah. Slide 7 The reformed Jewish essential prayers. Upon Waking: Modeh ani lfanecha, melech chai vkayam, shehechezarta bi nishmati bchemlah; rabah emunatecha. (I give thanks to You, O God, eternal and living Ruler, Who in mercy has returned my soul to me; great is Your faithfulness.) While Washing: Baruch Atah, Adonai, asher yatzar et ha-adam bchochmah. We praise You, Eternal God. Thank You for my body. It is a miracle! Before Eating: Baruch Atah, Adonai, Eloheinu Melech ha-olam, hamotzi lechem min ha- aretz. We praise You, Eternal God. Thank You for the food You provide for us to eat. Slide 8 Orthodox Judaism Strict form of Judaism Believe theres only one God, Hashem Moses was the greatest Phrophet Attempt to follow all 61 commandments Torah is absolute law Intermarriage Slide 9 Orthodox Judaism Go to the Synagogue 3x a day Most wear a Kipah Family Orientated, loving large families Largest population of Orthodox Jews are in Israel Shabbat is their day of rest Have to abide by Kosher food law Slide 10 Ultra-Orthodox (Haredi) Judaism Most strict branch of Judaism Haredi = awe-inspired fear to perform the will of God 1.3-1.5 million worldwide; mainly in Israel, West Europe and North America Segregation from modern society to maintain their adherence to Jewish law Lifestyle - opposed to TV, phones and internet - gender separation in education and prayer - very family orientated Very traditional dress Slide 11 Useful websites and video clips http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/judaism/ http://www.reonline.org.uk/knowing/what-re/judaism/ http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/judaism/subdivisions/libe ral_1.shtml http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/judaism/subdivisions/libe ral_1.shtml http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningzone/clips/shopping-for- pesach/6598.html http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningzone/clips/shopping-for- pesach/6598.html http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningzone/clips/judaism-at- home/486.html http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningzone/clips/judaism-at- home/486.html http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningzone/clips/the-rules-of- judaism/4675.html http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningzone/clips/the-rules-of- judaism/4675.html http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningzone/clips/shabbat-part-1of- 2/4744.html http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningzone/clips/shabbat-part-1of- 2/4744.html http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningzone/clips/shabbat-part-2-of- 2/4745.html http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningzone/clips/shabbat-part-2-of- 2/4745.html http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHu87vWimTg