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Caring For Others Quiz

How much do you know about Jewish views on how to care for those in need?

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Visiting the sick, feeding the hungry, redeeming captives, and comforting mourners are especially prioritized in Jewish tradition. How much do you know about Jewish views on how to care for those in need?

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Question 1 of 10
Where does the term tikkun olam, repairing the world, first appear?
Question 2 of 10
What is a mentsch?
Question 3 of 10
Caring for others falls into which category of mitzvot?
Question 4 of 10
True or false: According to the Shulhan Arukh, one should comfort both Jewish and non-Jewish mourners.
Question 5 of 10
When practicing bikkur holim, visiting the sick, what should be one's focus?
Question 6 of 10
According to the sage Hillel, which principle contains the entire Torah in it?
Question 7 of 10
What is a gemah?
Question 8 of 10
Which of the following are governed by the guidelines of derekh eretz?
Question 9 of 10
Which biblical character is said to have set the ideal example for hakhnasat orhim, welcoming guests?
Question 10 of 10
What should one do when comforting mourners?
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