Judaism Keywords Crossword

A building for Jewish public prayer, study and gathering.
A group of at least 10 adults; the minimum number of Jews required for a Jewish religious service.
A many-branched candlestick that holds either seven or nine candles.
A symbol of Judaism said to represent the shield of King David, who ruled Israel in the tenth century BCE.
A platform in a synagogue from where the Torah is read.
Also known as the Ark. The holiest part of the synagogue, which contains the Torah scrolls.
A Jewish religious leader and teacher.
Eternal light; a light that is kept burning in he synagogue above the Ark.
Jews who emphasise the importance of following law and guidance in the Torah; they believe the Torah was given directly by God to Moses, so should be followed as closely as possible.
Jews who believe the laws and guidance in the Torah can be adapted for modern times; they believe the Torah was inspired by God but written by humans, so can be interpreted according to the times.
person who leads or chants prayers in the synagogue.
A prayer shawl.
Small leather boxes containing extracts from the Torah, strapped to the wearer's arm and forehead for morning prayers.
Also known as the 'standing prayer', it is the central prayer of Jewish worship.