Jewish Beliefs and Texts

Which of the following are central beliefs of Judaism?

• Monotheism, the belief in one God

• Reincarnation and karma

• Polytheism, the belief in multiple gods

• The caste system

The belief in only one God is called ________.

• monotheism

• polytheism

• atheism

• agnosticism

Which of the following is NOT a central belief of Judaism?

• A) Education

• B) Justice

• C) Polytheism

• D) Obedience

How would Israelites describe their belief in kindness?

• As a fundamental human value

• As a personal choice

• As a societal expectation

• As an unnecessary trait

What happened during the Babylonian Captivity?

• The Israelites were exiled to Babylon.

• The Babylonians were defeated by the Persians.

• The construction of the Tower of Babel.

• The fall of the Roman Empire.

Who had more rights in Israelite society, men or women?

• Men had more rights in Israelite society than women.

• Women had more rights in Israelite society than men.

• Men and women had equal rights in Israelite society.

• Children had more rights than adults in Israelite society.

According to the Hebrew Bible, what did Moses find when he returned from Mount Sinai?

• The Israelites worshiping a golden calf

• The Israelites building a new temple

• The Israelites preparing for a journey

• The Israelites celebrating a festival

The Ten Commandments are considered what in Jewish law?

• A set of ethical guidelines

• A historical document

• A collection of stories

• A legal code

What texts do Jews consider sacred?

• The Quran and Hadith

• The Bible and New Testament

• The Torah and Talmud

• The Vedas and Upanishads

What is the Jewish view of justice and righteousness?

• A focus on strict adherence to laws and rules.

• An emphasis on compassion and fairness in human interactions.

• A belief in retribution and punishment for wrongdoings.

• A view that justice is determined by religious leaders.