Advanced Jewish-themed Crossword Puzzle
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- 1. Grandfather of the twelve tribes of Israel
- 2. Egypt's woes in the Exodus story
- 3. Symbolically, in Jewish tradition, this substance represents purity, holiness, and the enlightenment of God
- 4. Term for an astonishing event causing religious wonder and inspiration
- 5. His covenant with God is marked by circumcision in Jewish tradition
- 6. The holiday celebrating the rededication of the Temple goes on for this many days.
- 7. An important Jewish ceremonial food representing haste in Exodus
- 8. This figure's life is detailed in the Books of Samuel in the Old Testament
- 9. Ritual prelude to the Shabbat meal in Jewish tradition
- 10. This day in Jewish year is dedicated for introspection and seeking forgiveness
- 11. Biblical figure renowned for his ark made to withstand a cosmic deluge
- 12. The voyage Jews undertake to the Holy Land during key religious festivals
- 13. Jewish holiday commemorating the Maccabees' victory
- 14. Setting of a pivotal Old Testament event
- 15. Tasty treat made during Purim, named after a wicked advisor
- 16. Religious cap worn in a synagogue by men
- 17. The setting for the original sin in the Old Testament
- 18. Object spun in a Jewish winter holiday game
- 19. What is the Yiddish term for the currency-shaped treat exchanged during Hanukkah?
- 20. Unwavering belief
- 21. Jews traditionally touch this and then kiss their hand
- 22. The five sons of Mattathias who led an uprising in Judea
- 23. In Hebrew, Tikvah, means this
- 24. Biblical vessel built by Noah
- 25. Father of Joseph, who held important positions in Egypt
- 26. Named from a Hebrew word that means lamp
- 27. Ram's horn used in Jewish religious services
- 28. Garment traditionally given to Jewish boys during Bar Mitzvah