War & Peace Quiz

How much do you know about the Jewish ethics and laws of combat?

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Peace is one of Judaism’s most revered concepts. And yet Jewish tradition assumes that war is inevitable. How much do you know about the Jewish ethics and laws of combat?

Question 1 of 10
According to Rabbi Simeon ben Gamliel, what three things preserve the world?
Question 2 of 10
Which of these sages refers to "obligatory war" as a positive commandment?
Question 3 of 10
According to the Talmud, what kind of consultations must be completed before a discretionary war of expansion?
Question 4 of 10
What were the Freedom Seders?
Question 5 of 10
True or false: According to Jewish law, it is permitted to threaten to use prohibited force against an enemy in order to deter an actual war.
Question 6 of 10
According to the Book of Samuel, the commandment to erase the nation of Amalek extends to
Question 7 of 10
According to Deuteronomy, what are the Israelites supposed to do if the seven nations of Canaan do not accept the terms of peace offered to them?
Question 8 of 10
According to the Torah, what did Amalek do to deserve the scorn of the Israelites?
Question 9 of 10
Which of these prayers concludes with an appeal for peace?
Question 10 of 10
Which Jewish scholar posited that members of Amalek could be welcomed as converts to Judaism?
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