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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
Which of the following "magical" rites was Moses not responsible for?
Question 2 of 10
Which of the following Jewish ritual objects did Christians (mistakenly) believe Jews used human blood to create?
Question 3 of 10
True or false: In the Torah, God curses people.
Question 4 of 10
Which two early rabbis were famous for having a healing power that resided in their touch?
Question 5 of 10
Why do the rabbis in the Talmud oppose magic?
Question 6 of 10
What was the Urim and Tummim?
Question 7 of 10
What does Lilith do, according to Jewish legends?
Question 8 of 10
In the Middle Ages, which of these Jewish customs lapsed because of Christian suspicions of black magic?
Question 9 of 10
Which of the following special abilities does the Talmud ascribe to the sage Rav?
Question 10 of 10
From where did the story of Lilith originate?
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