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Aron Hakodesh / ark of the covenant / represents tabernacle / contains the Torah / sacred space /
at front of synagogue toward which all worshippers face / adorned with much Jewish symbolism
reminding of beliefs / Eastern wall in UK synagogues – Jews must face Jerusalem when praying.
📚 Key Terms:
Ark of the Covenant
A box that contained the Ten Commandments written on stone tablets.
A box that contained the Ten Commandments written on stone tablets.
Covenant
A binding promise/agreement; God's agreement to look after his chosen people.
A binding promise/agreement; God's agreement to look after his chosen people.
Synagogue
The place of public worship, also used for study and gathering. Literally means ‘coming together’.
The place of public worship, also used for study and gathering. Literally means ‘coming together’.
Tabernacle
The portable tent-like temple that the Jews used on their journey to the Promised Land.
The portable tent-like temple that the Jews used on their journey to the Promised Land.
🔗 Related Resources:
Level: GCSE
Aron Hakodesh
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GCSE
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Introduction to Jewish worship
text
GCSE
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Worship in the synagogue
text
GCSE
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Abrahamic covenant
text,audio
GCSE
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History of the Jewish people
text
GCSE
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Messiah - Jewish and Christian views
text
GCSE
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