War & Peace Quiz

Question 1 of 10

True or false: According to Jewish law, it is permitted to threaten to use prohibited force against an enemy in order to deter an actual war.

Question 2 of 10

What were the Freedom Seders?

Question 3 of 10

According to Rabbi Joshua ben Korha, the concept of peace is in direct opposition to what?

Question 4 of 10

According to the Torah, what did Amalek do to deserve the scorn of the Israelites?

Question 5 of 10

Complete this quote from the Talmud: "If someone comes to kill you_________"

Question 6 of 10

The Hebrew name for the Israeli army is

Question 7 of 10

True or false: A great deal of Jewish law focuses on the issue of attacking non-combatants.

Question 8 of 10

What kind of war does the Talmud prohibit?

Question 9 of 10

True or false: One who is waging an "obligatory war" is still commanded to fulfill all of his daily mitzvot.

Question 10 of 10

According to Jewish law, when besieging a city the invading army must:

Walk around the city while blowing shofars
Allow the people inside to keep getting the animals they need for animal sacrifices
Leave one side of the city open so people may flee
Be sure to kill everyone inside, including all cattle and livestock

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