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Magic & the Supernatural Quiz

How well do you know Jewish magic, and the debates around it?

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Judaism has many folk customs with magical undertones. But these are not without controversy. How well do you know Jewish magic, and the debates around it?

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Question 1 of 10
In the bible, what is the most common cause of God sending disease?
Question 2 of 10
Which of the following "magical" rites was Moses not responsible for?
Question 3 of 10
Which biblical character is said to be a witch?
Question 4 of 10
Which of the following is not a punishment for the use of magic as cited in the Mishnah?
Question 5 of 10
From where did the story of Lilith originate?
Question 6 of 10
Which of the following supernatural ideas is mentioned in the Torah?
Question 7 of 10
Which of these is NOT a reason that a talmudic sage was granted special powers?
Question 8 of 10
A widespread belief states that descendents from which biblical hero are immune from the effects of the evil eye?
Question 9 of 10
Which is NOT used to ward off the Ayin Hara (evil eye)?
Question 10 of 10
What is a dybbuk?
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