Exploring Sacred Jewish Objects

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Exploring Sacred Jewish Objects

Learning objective

What do you already know about Jewish objects found in homes?

LO: To recognise objects that can be found in a Jewish home.

At the end of the lesson you will be able to recognize and describe sacred Jewish objects found in Jewish homes.

Slide 1: Mezuzah

Mezuzah is a small parchment inscribed with specified Hebrew verses from the Torah. It is affixed to the doorpost of Jewish homes.

Slide 2: Menorah

A menorah is a nine-branched candelabrum used on the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah. It holds the candles that are lit each night of the holiday.

Slide 3: Challah Bread

Challah bread is a special braided bread eaten by Jewish people on Shabbat and holidays. It symbolizes the manna that fell from the sky.

Slide 4: Tallit

Tallit is a prayer shawl worn by Jewish people during morning prayers and on certain Jewish holidays. It has fringes at the four corners.

Slide 5: Shofar

A shofar is a ram's horn that is traditionally blown as a musical instrument during Jewish High Holy Days, especially Rosh Hashanah.

Slide 6: Seder Plate

A seder plate is a special plate containing symbolic foods eaten or displayed during the Passover Seder. Each food represents an aspect of the story of the Exodus.

Task

We have learned about several sacred Jewish objects found in Jewish homes. These objects hold special significance and are part of Jewish traditions and customs.

Cut out and stick in your book each object and in your own words describe their purpose.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.