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Jewish Holidays and Traditions

Hanukkah Celebrated (usually) in December Lasts for 8 days Honors the rededication of the Second Temple Lasts for 8 days Represents the miracle of the lamp oil lasting beyond the one-day supply 8-candled menorah is a symbol of the holiday

Passover Usually celebrated in March and April Remembrance of the Exodus Eat unleavened (flat ) bread to remember the quick exit from Egypt Ritual meal called Seder when people reflect on the events of the Exodus as told in the Torah

High Holy Days Two most sacred days: Rosh Hashanah – celebrated in September, Jewish New Year Yom Kippur – celebrated in October, Day of Forgiveness Jews ask for forgiveness from God, friends, family for wrong-doing A day of fasting to honor the holiness of the day Perform ceremonies that date back to the Second Temple

A collection of the 5 books of Jewish law The Torah A collection of the 5 books of Jewish law Also a history of the Jews until the death of Moses Considered to be the most sacred text of Judaism During Synagogue (church), Rabbi’s read from the Torah

Hebrew Bible (The Tanakh) Made up of 3 parts: The Torah 8 books that describe the message of the prophets (Nevi’im) 11 books of poetry, songs, stories, lessons, history, and proverbs (Ketuvim) Moral stories that show how faith has helped people Proverbs are short expressions of wisdom Songs are Psalms – poems to praise God. Hebrew Bible (The Tanakh)

Summary! What are the main holidays in the Jewish religion and why are they celebrated? What purpose do the Jewish holy books serve?