1. Unit 3- Lesson 1- Judaism Central Beliefs

2. Jewish Culture Central beliefs of Judaism Jews believe: God appointed them to be his chosen people and they are supposed to set an example of holiness and ethical behavior in the world Jews act the way they do because it is part of their central beliefs and their holy books tell them to act that way

3. Central Beliefs Belief in one God monotheism worlds first monotheistic religion Jews believe they are Gods chosen people Abraham, Moses and other leaders

4. Central Beliefs Justice and Righteousness kindness and fairness when dealing with others everyone deserves justice give aid to those who need it (poor, the sick, orphans) fair in business dealings behave properly

5. Central Beliefs (Jews believe that…) Belief in Law God gave them religious and moral laws to follow Most important= 10 Commandments Don’t: murder steal lie Mosaic law

6. Central Beliefs Sabbath on Saturdays holy day rest and spiritual enrichment eating traditional Sabbath meals Being Kosher dietary laws (what the Torah says you can and can’t eat) pork how you kill an animal no unnecessary suffering

7. Jewish Texts The Torah and the Talmud most sacred Jewish texts where most of their laws are recorded

8. Synagogue Jewish house of worship Rabbis religious teachers/leaders

9. Mainly located in:

10. How did Judaism Spread Think back to our previous lesson. How do you think Judaism spread?

11. Sects (Sections)/Denominations Branches within Judaism: Messianic Judaism openly recognizes Jesus as the messiah practices both worlds Orthodox Judaism takes the word of the Torah very literally Sabbath guidelines Eating kosher Hasidic Jews are a branch within orthodoxHasidic Jews

12. Recap Name a few of the central beliefs of Judaism What is the most sacred Jewish text? What is a Jewish house of worship called? Where are the two places Jewish population is concentrated?

13. Traditions/Holy Days Help Jews connect with their past and celebrate their history Hanukkah Passover Rosh Hashanah Yom Kippur Bar/Bat Mitzvah You and your group will be given one of these holy days/ “holidays” to research. I will pick a group who will present this information to the rest of the class. Please note: not all groups will present, I will be choosing who will do this so please, make your work QUALITY.

14. Presentation Guidelines (PowerPoint, Keynote, Prezi) What is the background and history of this holiday/holy day Why is it celebrated? How long does it last? Are there any special activities or dress for the occasion? What is the “traditional” holiday/holy day fest or foods (if any). What are the customs, rituals, and traditions of this holiday?