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Tzedakah Quiz

Tzedakah, or righteousness, is often interpreted as charity, because Judaism views giving as the ultimate act of righteousness.

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Tzedakah, or righteousness, is often interpreted as charity, because Judaism views giving as the ultimate act of righteousness. As in most areas of life, here too Jewish tradition makes practical demands and specifies expectations.

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Question 1 of 10
True or Fale: "What is mine is mine and what is yours is yours," is a good attitude toward wealth in Jewish tradition.
Question 2 of 10
Which social worker helped found the Maxwell Street Settlement House, the Women's Loan Association, and the Juvenile Protective Association?
Question 3 of 10
About the end of poverty, the Torah teaches
Question 4 of 10
The corners of fields, which were designated for the poor, are called
Question 5 of 10
According to the “Ladder of Tzedakah,” what is the highest level of tzedakah?
Question 6 of 10
What does the Hebrew word “tzedakah” mean literally?
Question 7 of 10
According to a rabbinic teaching, when a beggar stands before you asking for money
Question 8 of 10
What does gemilut chasadim mean?
Question 9 of 10
According to the Mishnah, how much of one’s fields must one leave unharvested for the needy?
Question 10 of 10
True or false: The halakhah (Jewish law) regarding interest-free loans apply to Jews and non-Jews.
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