Jewish Ethics Quiz

How much do you know about Jewish ethics?

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Judaism has a lot to say about ethics. How can we be responsible businesspeople? What constitutes talking about someone (and is it ever good to)? How can we be mensches — and what is a mensch, anyway?

Question 1 of 10
In the Talmud, what is robbing a person of even a penny comparable to?
Question 2 of 10
According to the sage Hillel, which principle contains the entire Torah in it?
Question 3 of 10
What is a mentsch?
Question 4 of 10
Which of the following does Greco-Jewish philosopher Philo prohibit under "do not covet"?
Question 5 of 10
When is it permitted to pass on negative comments?
Question 6 of 10
Which biblical character is said to have set the ideal example for hakhnasat orhim, welcoming guests?
Question 7 of 10
What does marit ayin refer to?
Question 8 of 10
True or false: According to Judaism, as long as what you're saying is true, there's no problem saying it to others.
Question 9 of 10
According to the rabbis of the Talmud, lying to receive future benefits from another person is like what?
Question 10 of 10
According to Proverbs 18:21, both death and life are in the hands of what?
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