Judaism
- Understanding Judaism"The Jewish faith is an ancient religion filled with a remarkable history, meaningful rituals, and a mandate from God to do good in the world. Although small in number, Jews have influenced events in world history for almost four thousand years. The religion's beginnings are discussed along with core beliefs, common practices, and challenges for the future ... "
- In Synagogue Design, Many Paths"ON the outside, New York's newest synagogues have one thing in common: almost nothing ... "
- Pre-Modern Synagogue Architecture and Interior Design"Synagogues share certain functional interior furnishings, but there is no architectural design or artistic style that characterizes a synagogue ... "
- Why Temples Look the Way They Do" ... These "Stage One'' sanctuaries, usually rectangular in shape with high vaulted ceilings, were awe-inspiring spaces. Heavy woods, stone, and stained glass contributed to excellent acoustics. The organ and choir were hidden in a loft behind the ark or in a rear balcony to keep the worshiper from being distracted by the choir members ... "
- Entering a Synagogue"When you enter a traditional synagogue, put on a kippah [yarmulke] if you are a male (supplies are kept in almost every shul), and keep it on—even during the Kiddush and/or meal that follows the service ... "
- The Synagogue"The synagogue is the Jewish place of worship, but is also used as a place to study, and often as a community centre as well ... "
