How synagogues differ
I can describe some similarities and differences between different types of synagogues.
How synagogues differ
I can describe some similarities and differences between different types of synagogues.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- There are a range of different synagogues.
- All synagogues will have an Ark to house Torah scrolls.
- There are similarities and differences between synagogues.
Keywords
Orthodox - a major branch within Judaism which teaches strict following of Jewish laws
Progressive - a form of Judaism which has reformed or adapted to modern changes in life
Ark - a place where the Torah scrolls are kept
Bimah - the raised platform in the synagogue from which the Torah is read and services led
Ner Tamid - a special light that hangs in a synagogue and reminds people about God
Common misconception
There is only one type of synagogue.
Synagogues come in different shapes and sizes.
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a raised platform from which the Torah is read
a light that is kept lit to remember God
contains Torah scrolls