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Tzedakah Quiz

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

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.

How much do you know about tzedakah?

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Question 1 of 10
According to Jewish law, when choosing who will receive tzedakah funds, who takes first priority?
Question 2 of 10
Every morning on your way to work, you pass a woman who asks for money for food. Her clothing is dirty and ragged, but you’re not sure if she’s just faking it. According to Jewish law, what should you do?
Question 3 of 10
Which social worker helped found the Maxwell Street Settlement House, the Women's Loan Association, and the Juvenile Protective Association?
Question 4 of 10
According to the “Ladder of Tzedakah,” what is the highest level of tzedakah?
Question 5 of 10
According to Maimonides' Ladder of Tzedakah, what is the lowest level of giving charity?
Question 6 of 10
According to Jewish law, should one give money to a beggar on the street?
Question 7 of 10
According to the Mishnah, how much of one’s fields must one leave unharvested for the needy?
Question 8 of 10
About the end of poverty, the Torah teaches
Question 9 of 10
The prohibition against humiliating a beggar comes from which Jewish text?
Question 10 of 10
According to the Talmud, which of the following is not a difference between charity and benevolence?

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