Religious Studies GCSE
Shekhinah
What Shekhinah means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Shekhinah
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The divine presence representing God's dwelling or presence in the world, historically associated with the Tabernacle and Temple.
Topics that use Shekhinah
- Judaism - 3.1.6.1 Beliefs and teachings (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Covenant
- Creation
- Diversity of Jewish Belief
- Divine Judgement
- Divine Justice
- Free will
- Immanence
- Life after death
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