For ten points, name these Jewish houses of prayer and Torah study.
The oldest one of these places that still stands in the United States is located in Newport, Rhode Island. These places are run by a board of directors composed of lay people, and hire for jobs such as the chazzan. They receive funding in annual dues paid by their members, and these buildings contain a ner tamid, or (*) "eternal flame." These places also contain an elevated platform known as a bimah, and the Aron Kodesh in these places is where Torah scrolls are located. For ten points, name these Jewish houses of prayer and Torah study.
The oldest one of these places that still stands in the United States is located in Newport, Rhode Island.
Synagogue [accept “Shul” or “Beit Kinesset”, prompt on “temple”] &lt;JC&gt;