Advanced Jewish-themed Crossword Puzzle
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- 1. Shawl worn in prayer that signifies understanding, observance, and respect for Jewish law
- 2. Father of Joseph, who held important positions in Egypt
- 3. He built an impressive ark following divine orders, before a catastrophic flood
- 4. Site where Bar and Bat Mitzvahs often occur
- 5. Considered God's instruction by Jews
- 6. Jerusalem-bound journey of cultural significance in Judaism
- 7. Bread you might dip into honey on Rosh Hashanah
- 8. A Hebrew tradition for protecting the home
- 9. Biblical figure who demonstrated unwavering faith even when asked to sacrifice his son
- 10. Biblical vessel built by Noah
- 11. This religion's followers await the coming of the Messiah
- 12. Site of a biblical covenant
- 12. Temporary dwelling made for a Festival of Booths
- 13. Unwavering belief
- 14. Symbolically, in Jewish tradition, this substance represents purity, holiness, and the enlightenment of God
- 15. An unexpected and unexplainable event often attributed to a higher power
- 15. A 13-year old Jewish boy's traditional ceremony is called a 'Bar ______'
- 16. An integral part of the Seder feast during Passover in Jewish tradition
- 17. Jewish holiday commemorating the Maccabees' victory
- 17. This Jewish pastry's name means 'Haman's pockets' in Yiddish
- 18. City where the 'Al Aqsa' mosque and the 'Holy Sepulcher' church are
- 19. Epic journey of the Israelites from enslavement to liberation in the Bible
- 20. Religious cap worn in a synagogue by men
- 21. Mankind's birthplace as described in Genesis
- 22. This day in Jewish year is dedicated for introspection and seeking forgiveness
- 23. In Hebrew, Tikvah, means this
- 24. Biblical phenomena causing torment to Pharaoh's Egypt
- 25. Instrument used in the tradition on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur
- 26. Jewish king noted for his compassion, modesty, bravery, and musical ability in Biblical accounts
- 27. The five sons of Mattathias who led an uprising in Judea