War & Peace Quiz

How much do you know about the Jewish ethics and laws of combat?

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Peace is one of Judaism’s most revered concepts. And yet Jewish tradition assumes that war is inevitable. How much do you know about the Jewish ethics and laws of combat?

Question 1 of 10
What were the Freedom Seders?
Question 2 of 10
According to Jewish law, when besieging a city the invading army must:
Question 3 of 10
What kind of war does the Talmud prohibit?
Question 4 of 10
According to Deuteronomy, what are the Israelites supposed to do if the seven nations of Canaan do not accept the terms of peace offered to them?
Question 5 of 10
According to the Torah, which is these people is NOT qualified for an exemption from battle?
Question 6 of 10
In 1967 Israel fought a war that was
Question 7 of 10
Which of these wars started with Israeli pre-emptive attacks?
Question 8 of 10
What is Maimonides' principle for how to lay siege on a city?
Question 9 of 10
Which Jewish scholar posited that members of Amalek could be welcomed as converts to Judaism?
Question 10 of 10
According to the Torah, what did Amalek do to deserve the scorn of the Israelites?
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