Jewish ethics

High school (ages 12+)
Philosophy & Big Questions

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/jewish-ethics

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the philosophical basis?Normative ethics drawing from religious texts and Western philosophical traditions
2. What is the contemporary relevance?Informs bioethics, social justice, environmentalism, and interfaith dialogue
3. What is Jewish ethics and why is it important?Jewish ethics is a set of moral ideas from the Torah, Talmud, and other Jewish writings. It helps people make good choices and be kind to everyone.
4. What does "tikkun olam" mean?"Tikkun olam" means fixing or repairing the world. It encourages people to do good deeds that help others and make the world better.

Tikkun Olam: A Hebrew concept meaning 'repairing the world,' emphasizing humanity's role in improving society.
B'tzelem Elohim: A Hebrew phrase meaning 'in the image of God,' signifying inherent human dignity and worth.
Halakha: Jewish law, encompassing religious, ethical, and legal aspects of Jewish life.