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What does the Hebrew term B'tzelem Elohim mean in English?
In the image of God
God's divine law
God's chosen people
A holy nation
In which book of the Torah is the concept of B'tzelem Elohim first introduced?
Exodus
Genesis
Deuteronomy
Leviticus
What radical shift in belief did the concept of B'tzelem Elohim introduce compared to the ancient world?
only the wealthy considered mediators of divine blessings.
every human being is created in the divine image.
It stated that only kings were made in a god's image.
It allowed for multiple gods.
According to some interpretations, what specific human traits reflect the divine image?
Physical strength and speed
Political leadership
Creativity, intelligence, and the capacity for goodness
Wealth and power
The Talmud teaches that humanity was created from a single mold to emphasize what point?
All people are exactly the same.
Teach that no one can say, “My ancestor is better than yours
To prove that God makes mistakes
Humans are not special.
From the Genesis text and rabbinic tradition, what ethical obligation does the principle of B'tzelem Elohim place on us?
To avoid contact with others who are different.
To only care for those who are Jewish.
To engage in debates about who is most godly.
To treat others with respect and dignity.
Why did God admonish the angels for singing and celebrating the drowning of the Egyptian army, according to the Talmud?
God was sad that Pharaoh's army was defeated.
Egyptian army-God's handiwork/loss not cause for celebration
The angels were supposed to be silent.
The Israelites were not yet completely safe.
What is the central message of the Talmudic teaching that states: "whoever saves one soul, it is as if they saved an entire world?"
All people are equally responsible for each other.
One person cannot make a difference.
God is a forgiving God.
Every single human life is sacred and holds infinite worth.
How does the principle of B'tzelem Elohim relate to treating those with whom you disagree, such as during an emotional debate?
Shows that prejudice can lead to dismissing narratives.
It means we must change their minds to align with our own.
Everyone, regardless of differences, is made in God's image.
It instructs us to avoid them.
