How much do you know about Jewish weddings? MJL
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Question 1. When does an aufruf (“calling up”) traditionally take place?
The morning of the couple’s wedding.
The day before the wedding.
The Sabbath preceding the wedding.
The final time the couple sees each other before the wedding.
Question 2. Which of these acts is NOT involved when entering a mikveh?
being nude
treading for 2 minutes
immersing yourself 2-3 times
saying one blessing
Question 3. True or false: A beit din, or Jewish court, is able to order a man to give a get to his wife.
True
False
Question 4. True or false: In traditional circles, the bride and groom do not embark upon a honeymoon immediately after their wedding.
True
False
Question 5. Guests at a Jewish wedding should be sure to
Cover their arms, legs, and faces
Fast on the day of the wedding
Arrive at least an hour early to get a good seat
Wish the couple “Mazal tov!”
Question 6. Which of these practices aims to make the traditional Jewish wedding more egalitarian?
Inserting the Lieberman clause in the ketubah
Using a “brit ahuvim” (covenant of lovers) instead of a ketubah
Asking women to be witnesses
All of the above
Question 7. Which is NOT part of the seven blessings (sheva brachot)?
Blessed are You, Creator of the fruit of the vine
Gladden these beloved companions as You gladdened Your creatures in the garden of Eden
Blessed are You, Creator of human beings
Blessed are You, Creator of food from the earth
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Question 8. For how many days do the wedding celebrations continue after the wedding?
3
5
7
10
Question 9. The ceremony in which the groom covers the bride’s face with a veil is called the
Kittel
Nissuin
Bedeken
Kinyan
Question 10. What is the name of the circle dance that is traditionally performed at Jewish wedding parties?
Hora
Klezmer
Sheitel
Polka