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Magic & the Supernatural Quiz

How well do you know Jewish magic, and the debates around it?

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
True or false: In the Torah, God curses people.
Question 2 of 10
What is a dybbuk?
Question 3 of 10
Why do the rabbis in the Talmud oppose magic?
Question 4 of 10
Which of these Jewish thinkers expressed the strongest anti-magic position?
Question 5 of 10
Which of the following special abilities does the Talmud ascribe to the sage Rav?
Question 6 of 10
From where did the story of Lilith originate?
Question 7 of 10
What was the Urim and Tummim?
Question 8 of 10
True or false: Judaism ascribes some supernatural powers to the zodiac.
Question 9 of 10
Which of the following "magical" rites was Moses not responsible for?
Question 10 of 10
What is a golem?

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