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Parsha Terumah

  1. Whom did Hashem "suggest" should make an offering?

    Every man whose heart made him willing to do so.


  2. What were the three types of metal that were to be included as offerings?

    gold, silver, and brass


  3. What three colors of linen were to be offered?

    blue, purple, and scarlet


  4. Of all the offerings, which one was not voluntarily given?

    silver; there was a levy of 1/2 shekel upon every adult Israelite an offering.


  5. What is the meaning of the word "Terumah" as it relates to this parasha?

    That which is lifted off, or separated, in this case as a contribution to the requirements of the Sanctuary.


  6. According to this parasha, what is the purpose of the sanctuary?

    To provide a place where Hashem could dwell among the people.


  7. Of what was the Holy Ark made?

    Acacia-wood overlaid with pure gold.


  8. What are the measurements of the Holy Ark?

    2 1/2 cubits long and 1 1/2 cubits wide.


  9. How was the ark to be transported?

    1 ring of gold was to be attached to each of the four corners; 2 staves made of Acacia-wood, overlaid with gold, were to pass through the rings for carrying.


  10. How many cherubim were there to be on the ark, and how were they situated?

    2 facing each other from each end with their wings spread on high.


  11. Of what materials was the table for the Sanctuary to be made?

    acacia wood covered with pure gold


  12. Describe the candlestick which was to be in the Sanctuary.

    It was to be made of pure gold; of beaten work. Its base and its shaft, its cups, its knobs, and its flowers were all to be made from one piece; 6 branches- 3 out of each side.


  13. There were to be 3 cups on each branch in the shape of what kind of blossom?

    Almond