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Magic & the Supernatural Quiz

How well do you know Jewish magic, and the debates around it?

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Judaism has many folk customs with magical undertones. But these are not without controversy. How well do you know Jewish magic, and the debates around it?

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Question 1 of 10
In the bible, what is the most common cause of God sending disease?
Question 2 of 10
Which of the following is a symbol that might be found on a hamsa?
Question 3 of 10
Which of these illustrates the power of speech in Judaism?
Question 4 of 10
What are segullot?
Question 5 of 10
Which of the following Jewish ritual objects did Christians (mistakenly) believe Jews used human blood to create?
Question 6 of 10
What is a golem?
Question 7 of 10
Which of the following is not a punishment for the use of magic as cited in the Mishnah?
Question 8 of 10
What is blood libel?
Question 9 of 10
What was the cause of the violent mob assault against Jews in England, which started at the coronation of Richard I in 1189?
Question 10 of 10
Which two early rabbis were famous for having a healing power that resided in their touch?
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