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Rosh Chodesh Quiz

How much do you know about Rosh Chodesh?

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Months in the Jewish calendar begin with a small celebration, known as Rosh Chodesh. Historically Rosh Chodesh was marked with a festive meal and the blowing of a shofar. Today Rosh Chodesh is commemorated with special prayers in synagogue.

How much do you know about Rosh Chodesh?

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Question 1 of 10
Rosh Chodesh is the
Question 2 of 10
The initials (in Hebrew) for the words "Roshei Chadoshim" are "ReCHeM," which is the Hebrew word for:
Question 3 of 10
When is birkat hachodesh said?
Question 4 of 10
In the outdoor blessing of the moon, which of the following is NOT a synonym for God meaning “creator”?
Question 5 of 10
Amongst kabbalists, Yom Kippur Katan was observed by
Question 6 of 10
The special Rosh Chodesh Torah reading is from which book?
Question 7 of 10
Birkat hachodesh means
Question 8 of 10
Yom Kippur Katan (Minor Yom Kippur) happens
Question 9 of 10
From the 16th to the early 20th centuries, the women of Eastern Europe wrote special Rosh Chodesh tekhines, which are
Question 10 of 10
Which is NOT a reason that Rosh Chodesh is considered a special day for women?
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