Rosh Chodesh Quiz

How much do you know about Rosh Chodesh?

Advertisement

Months in the Jewish calendar begin with a small celebration, known as Rosh Chodesh. Historically Rosh Chodesh was marked with a festive meal and the blowing of a shofar. Today Rosh Chodesh is commemorated with special prayers in synagogue.

How much do you know about Rosh Chodesh?

Question 1 of 10
True or False: Yom Kippur Katan is observed by most Jews today
Question 2 of 10
True or false: Women’s Rosh Chodesh groups are always formed with the intention of discussing the previous week’s Torah portion.
Question 3 of 10
Amongst kabbalists, Yom Kippur Katan was observed by
Question 4 of 10
The initials (in Hebrew) for the words "Roshei Chadoshim" are "ReCHeM," which is the Hebrew word for:
Question 5 of 10
Which is NOT a reason that Rosh Chodesh is considered a special day for women?
Question 6 of 10
Kiddush halevanah means
Question 7 of 10
Birkat hachodesh means
Question 8 of 10
When is birkat hachodesh said?
Question 9 of 10
From the 16th to the early 20th centuries, the women of Eastern Europe wrote special Rosh Chodesh tekhines, which are
Question 10 of 10
Yom Kippur Katan (Minor Yom Kippur) happens
Advertisement
Advertisement

Discover More

Magic & the Supernatural Quiz

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

Ancient and Medieval History Quiz

How much do you know about the main Jewish figures and events, from the Bible to the dawn of modernity?

Sex & Sexuality Quiz

How much do you know about Jewish perspectives on sex?