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What is the purpose of the Jewish enternal light in a synagogue?
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∙ 12y ago
It is alluded to in Exodus 27:20 and represents God's unceasing presence. See also the Related Link.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 7y agoIt is alluded to in Exodus 27:20 and represents God's unceasing presence.See also:
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∙ 12y agothe eternal light is used in the Jewish festival of Hanarashi
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∙ 13y agoIt hangs above the ark in every synagogue (Aron Ha-kodesh)
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∙ 12y agoThe ner tamid, or eternal light, is a reminder of the lamp in the Beis Hamikdash that never went out.
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∙ 6y agoIt is alluded to in Exodus 27:20 and represents God's unceasing presence.
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What is the purpose of the enternal light in the synagogue?
The ner tamid, or eternal light, is a reminder of the lamp in the Beis Hamikdash that never went out.
What is positioned behind the eternal light in a synagogue?
There is no standard item positioned behind the eternal light in a synagogue. It depends on the decor of the synagogue, and not on Jewish law.
What the purpose of the eternal light?
the eternal light is used in the Jewish festival of Hanarashi
Where in the world is Hanukkah celebrated?
In the home and in the prayer-services. See also:http://judaism.answers.com/jewish-holidays/hanukkah
Why is there a permanent yahrzeit candle in the synagogue?
The "eternal light" in the synagogue is not a permanent yahrtzeit light - it is a sign of the eternal covenant between G-d and the Jews.
In the book The Call of the Wild what is the song of the huskies?
Lux Aeterna Latin for Enternal Light. Composer: Clint Mansell
What is a sacred item in a synagogue?
the ark, eternal light and other
Does a synagogue require light from a window?
No, but it is customary where possible, for synagogues to have windows.
What is the purpose of the ner tamid in the synagogue?
A ner tamid, also known as a sanctuary lamp, is "is a light that shines before the altar of sanctuaries in many denominations of Jewish" worship. "Hanging or standing in front of the ark in every Jewish synagogue, it is meant to represent the menorah of the Temple in Jerusalem as well as the continuously burning fire on the altar of burnt offerings in front of the Temple.[2] It also symbolizes God's eternal presence, and is therefore never extinguished." In the event of a power outage alternate energy sources keep the ner tamid lit.
When was St. Louis Jewish Light created?
St. Louis Jewish Light was created in 1947.
What is the purpose of the electric light bulb?
The purpose of a lightbulb is to produce light.
Is hanakaha celebrated in the synagogue?
I'll assume you're referring to Hanukah. the menorah (candelabrum) is lit by each Jew in their home; but Hanukah is marked in the synagogue as well, with Torah-reading each day for the eight days, and a couple of additions to the daily prayers. It is customary to light a menorah in the synagogue too.
