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Kippot
The kippa (plural: kippot) is the traditional head covering worn in the synagogue and in cemeteries. It symbolises respect and humility before God. In orthodox synagogues, the kippa is only worn by men, while in liberal synagogues, it can also be seen on women. Kippot can be made of various materials and come in different designs.
synagogue
Synagogue Sacred Jewish building for gatherings, services and social and cultural events within the Jewish community.
orthodox
Orthodox Strongly religious, devout. A stream of Judaism that strictly observes all regulations and commandments of the Jewish religious laws. Opposite: liberal - A Jewish confession (a religious persuasion) that originated in Germany in the 19th century and represents a modernisation of traditional religious practice and principles.
liberal
Liberal A Jewish confession (religious persuasion, a sub-group within a religion) that originated in Germany in the 19th century and represents a modernisation of traditional religious practice and principles. Opposite: orthodox (strongly religious, devout) - a stream of Judaism that strictly observes all regulations and commandments of the Jewish religious laws.
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