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WHAT IS THE ROLE OF THE SYNAGOGUE?
WHAT IS INSIDE A SYNAGOGUE?
There are no pictures or statues in Synagogues. Jewish law forbid the use of images that depict God.
The Synagogues all share several key features:
The Synagogues all share several key features:
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Synagogues can be slightly different depending on the interpretation of Judaism:
ORTHODOX JEWS: They are very traditional and follow a strict interpretation of the scriptures.
PROGRESSIVE or LIBERAL JEWS: They will be different in their Synagogues
ORTHODOX JEWS: They are very traditional and follow a strict interpretation of the scriptures.
- Men and Women are kept separate in Orthodox synagogues
- Worship is without music
- The service is taken in Hebrew.
PROGRESSIVE or LIBERAL JEWS: They will be different in their Synagogues
- Men and Women can sit together
- They often Conduct services in English or partly in English
HOW DO YOU DRESS FOR THE SYNAGOGUE?
Men and Women always cover their heads in the Synagogue - This is a way of showing respect for God
There are TWO very important parts of dress in Jewish ceremonies - The KIPPAH and the TALLIT
- Married women wear a hat or scarf.
There are TWO very important parts of dress in Jewish ceremonies - The KIPPAH and the TALLIT
HOW DO JEWISH PEOPLE PRAY?
Jewish people pray FOUR different types of Prayer:
- PETITION: (Asking God for help)
- PRAISE
- THANKSGIVING
- PENANCE (Asking God for forgiveness)
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