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We puzzled for hours over this question, and couldn't come up with anything tthat elderly Jews take to the synagogue that's peculiar to the elderly ... that is, anything that a younger Jew would not take.
Then we got a phone call from a member of our family, concerning their travel plans that will bring them to us for the coming holiday, and suddenly the answer clicked!
The most common thing that elderly Jews take to the synagogue that their younger co-religionists do not take is . . . . . their grandchildren.
What else can I help you with?
Are Jewish people allowed to take non-Jewish people to a synagogue?
of course they are allowed they just have to be respectful to our Jewish traditions.
why is the synagogue important to jewish people?
A synagogue is a space for worship and prayer. Jews believe it is good to pray together, but there must be a minimum of ten people present for certain prayers to be said. This is called a minyan . The synagogue is an important centre for Jewish communities where meetings take place and social gatherings happen.
Where does a bar mitzvah take palce?
Usually in a synagogue, but a Jewish prayer service can actually be held almost anywhere, as long as there are at least 10 Jewish people participating.
How is the Synagogue used by the Jews or Jewish People?
A synagogue is used in lots of different ways, like Jews use it to learn about the Torah, weddings take place there and all sorts of other events. A synagogue is like a Jewish temple, they use it for praying. Synagogues are used as part of Jews' second home.
What do Jewish people take to the synagogue?
There is nothing special that Jews bring into a synagogue. Kippot (head coverings) are usually worn by the men (and some women in non-orthodox communities), and morning services require a Tallit (prayer shawl).
How does a nice Jewish man like me meet a nice Jewish girl in Alaska?
Do you belong to a synagogue in your Jewish Community? Very often Jewish Communities have their own "phone books" and you can take part in different activities and organizations. There's also JDate.com
Is it important for A Jewish community to have a synagogue?
There is no requirement for Jewish prayer to take place in the synagogue. The issue is the difference between group and individual prayer. Group prayer requires a minimum of 10 people (amongst Orthodox and some Conservative communities it must be 10 men) and can take place pretty much anywhere.
What is the Jewish ceremony called when young boys join the synagogue?
I believe you mean the ceremony when Jewish boys are considered old enough to take on the responsibilities of a Jewish adult and fully participate in religious services. This is called a 'bar mitzvah'.
Where do Jews have their weddings?
There is no rule as to where a Jewish wedding must be held. Weddings can take place in a synagogue, home, outdoors, hotels, and any other suitable venue.
Do Jews only worship the synagogue?
No, Jews do not only worship in the synagogue. While the synagogue is a central place for communal worship, Jews also worship at home during holidays and on Shabbat, and they can pray individually wherever they are. Worship can take place in other settings such as Jewish community centers, schools, and even outdoors in nature.
When is a church service held in the synagogue?
Unless there is some specific agreement between the synagogue and the relevant Christian congregation (such as a synagogue allowing Christians to pray in the synagogue on Sundays while the Christians' church is in repair), church services do not take place in synagogues. If by "church services", you actually meant "religious services," Jewish services in synagogues are held three times per day; in the morning, afternoon and evening.
In the gospel of Luke who were the two people at the temple as Mary and Joseph presented Jesus?
Mary and Joseph took the baby Jesus to the temple when he was eight days old as it was the custom.
