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Glossary
A celebration specific to the holiday of Shavuot, it includes a late-night – or even all-night – study of Torah and Jewish texts that commemorates receiving the Torah at Mount Sinai.
"Repair of the world;" Jewish concept that it is our responsibility to partner with God to improve the world. A mystical concept of restoration of God's holiest Name to itself and the repair of a shattered world. Often refers to social action and social justice.
"Ninth of Av;" A traditional day of mourning the destruction of both ancient Temples in Jerusalem.
A day of mourning for the destruction of the First Temple and the Second temple in Jerusalem in ancient times. It is observed as a minor fast day. It falls in late July or early August and is observed in some, but not all, Reform communities.
Seventh month on the Hebrew calendar; Rosh HaShanah falls on the first day of this month.
Literally “instruction” or “teaching.” The first five books of the Hebrew Bible (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy); the handwritten scroll that contains the first five books of the Hebrew Bible. Also called the Pentateuch and The Five Books of Moses. “Torah” is also used to refer to the entire body of Jewish religious teachings and insight.
Musical notations or cantillation marks used to chant Torah, Prophets, and Writings.
"15th of Shevat;" New Year of the Trees; Jewish Arbor Day, which is a minor festival.
From the Hebrew word for “justice,” or “righteousness;” refers to charity or charitable giving. May also be translated as “righteous giving.”
Container for collecting money for charitable purposes. It is customary to place money in a tzedakah box prior to candlelighting in the home.
The "justification of God" prayer recited at burial.