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Who uses the synagogue?
The synagogue is the Jewish prayer house. Jews pray three times a day - morning, afternoon adn evening services, and Jews congregate at the synagogue for these services. The synagogue is often also an educational center for Jews, and often there is are social networks connected to it.
Why is Synagogue special?
Synagogue is a Greek word which means Jewish house of prayer. In modern Jewish communities, synagogues are used for public prayer, and sometimes as community centers, catering hall, kosher kitchen, day care center, Jewish library or religious school.Answer 2Public prayer services are part of halakha (Jewish law) and tradition (Talmud, Berakhot 26a).Prayer is an important form of communicating with God, and maintaining a relationship with Him; and it is also good for the health of the soul, to which Torah, prayer and religious observances are a form of nourishment.
What is in a Jewish synagogue?
Usually, there are 4 Main Jewish belongings: 1. Skullcaps 2. Prayer Shawls 3. Torahs 4. Prayer Books
Do we burn offerings in a Jewish synagogue?
In Judaism, sacrifice can only be offered in the Temple in Jerusalem. When we are without the Temple, prayer replaces sacrifice. The only 'offering' that occurs in a synagogue is prayer.
What does the Yiddish word shul mean?
"Shul" is a Yiddish word that means synagogue, a place of assembly for Jewish worship and prayer. It is used to describe a Jewish communal prayer space and gathering place for religious and social activities.
Where would yitgadal viyitkadash shimay rabbah.'' be read?
"Yitgadal v'yitkadash shemay rabbah" is a phrase from the Mourner's Kaddish prayer in Jewish tradition. It is typically recited during funeral services, as well as during certain prayer services in memory of deceased loved ones.
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).
Where is the Judaism book held?
In the Holy Ark in every synagogue (Jewish house of prayer).
Where in the world is Hanukkah celebrated?
In the home and in the prayer-services. See also:http://judaism.answers.com/jewish-holidays/hanukkah
What is a Jewish congregation?
The Hebrew is the language of Jewish prayer and liturgy. All Jewish prayer books contain Hebrew. Some synagogues are also decorated with Hebrew letters or words, but it depends on the synagogue.
Why do we observe Passover at home and not in the synagogue?
Wrong. The seder is held at home, and the special festival prayer-services are held in the synagogue.
Is a Pardasi an ancient Jewish liturgical prayer or is the word kaddish?
Kaddish is an ancient prayer sequence regularly recited in the synagogue service.
