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Order of a Synagogue Service
In a Synagogue Service: 1. First, the “Shema” would be recited (Deuteronomy 6:4), a declaration repeated by Jews several times daily: “Hear, O Israel! The Lord is Our God. The Lord is one!” (NASB). 2. Following that, certain prayers would be spoken. 3. Next, a reading from the Law (Genesis through Deuteronomy) would take place.… Continue reading
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Eight Old Testament Words for “Law”
TORAH Meaning: Direction, Guidance, Instruction Examples: Exodus 24:12 Significance: Emphasizes the need for law, a command from a higher authority to a lower one. MITSWAH Meaning: Commandment, Command Examples: Genesis 26:5 Significance: Specific instructions from God to be obeyed, especially used for the Ten Commandments. MISHPAT Meaning: Regulations, Judgment, Ordinance Examples: Exodus 15:26, Exodus 20:2-17… Continue reading
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The Jewish Calendar and The Jewish Day
TISHRI September-October 30 – 7th 1st month HESHVAN October-November 29 or 30 – 8th 2nd month CHISLEV November-December 29 or 30 – 9th 3rd month TEBETH December-January 29- 10th – 4th month SHEBAT January-February 30 – 11th 5th month ADAR February-March 29 or 30 – 12th 6th month NISAN March-April 30 – 1st 7th month… Continue reading
