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Afterlife & Messiah Quiz

How much do you know about Judaism and the afterlife?

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The immortality of the soul, the World to Come, the resurrection of the dead, and the Messianic age are all part of Jewish tradition. How much do you know about this area of Jewish belief?

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Question 1 of 10
According to Jewish tradition, which biblical personality will the Messiah be descended from?
Question 2 of 10
What do biblical books such as Ecclesiastes and Job say about Sheol?
Question 3 of 10
Which Jewish hero did many, including Rabbi Akiba, think would turn out to be the Messiah?
Question 4 of 10
According to Jewish thought, who will be the adversary of the Jewish people in an apocalyptic battle that ushers in true redemption?
Question 5 of 10
Where does the idea of a political or military redeemer come from?
Question 6 of 10
Which of the following will not have a place in the World to Come, according to the Midrash on Ecclesiastes?
Question 7 of 10
Which of these is NOT an example of modern messianism?
Question 8 of 10
What is the difference between Mashiah ben Joseph and Mashiah ben David?
Question 9 of 10
According to the Mishnah, who does not have a share in the World to Come?
Question 10 of 10
Which belief is expounded by Maimonides in his "Essay on the Resurrection"?
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