Pd5Judaism_D

The founder of Judaism -- Abraham When founded -- 2000 B.C.E.

Religious leaders -- Rabbis control synagogues God, Moses, Abraham Place of worship -- The synagogue is a place of assembly for worship, education, and community activities.

Where began -- Judaism began as the religion of the Hebrew.

Main beliefs -- believe in the 10 Commandments believe in only 1 God all humans are equally God's children

Judaism's god -- They have a god and they belief in power.

Sacred writings -- Torah

Religious practices --Worship in a Synagogue

Religious festivals-Hanukkah- festival of lights Yom Kippur- day of atonement Rosh Hashanah- Jewish new year Passover- they celebrate their freedom

Main Symbols-The Star of David- Lines are intertwined like they believe their lives are Yarmulkah- skull cap Menorah- candlestick- eight candles to signify eight days oil lasted when there was only enough for one Mezuzah- holds 15 verses of the Bible.