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Shabbat Quiz

How much do you know about this weekly holiday?

Though many activities are forbidden on Shabbat–from writing to playing instruments–Shabbat is seen as a great gift from God to the Jewish people, and is celebrated with special songs, meals, and prayers. How much do you know about Shabbat?

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Question 1 of 10
Which important Jewish writer wrote, "More than the Jewish people has preserved the Shabbat, the Shabbat has preserved the Jewish people."
Question 2 of 10
According to traditional observance, which of these acts is halakhically permissible on Shabbat?
Question 3 of 10
True or False: Shabbat services are generally longer than weekday services.
Question 4 of 10
It is customary to give tzedakah or money to charity
Question 5 of 10
Which Torah service on Shabbat offers a taste of the next week's Torah portion?
Question 6 of 10
What song is traditionally sung at the start of Friday night dinner?
Question 7 of 10
True or False: All of the Shabbat prayers for Friday night are from the Book of Deuteronomy.
Question 8 of 10
On Shabbat, one should light exactly two candles—no more and no less.
Question 9 of 10
What are zemirot?
Question 10 of 10
Which modern Jewish philosopher says that Shabbat celebrates "time," not "space"?

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