Origins of Judaism
... Yahweh, Abraham as father of Jewish people • Yahweh promised to protect Jewish people • Jewish people promised to obey Yahweh ...
... Yahweh, Abraham as father of Jewish people • Yahweh promised to protect Jewish people • Jewish people promised to obey Yahweh ...
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... – What was unique about Judaism was revealed by the God "of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob" – This included the specific details about the Ark and the Tabernacle; it also included specific elements of worship, and beliefs and practices that ranged from "You shall no other Gods before Me" (heresy in a paga ...
... – What was unique about Judaism was revealed by the God "of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob" – This included the specific details about the Ark and the Tabernacle; it also included specific elements of worship, and beliefs and practices that ranged from "You shall no other Gods before Me" (heresy in a paga ...
What do you know about Judaism?
... The Jewish dietary laws are referred to as Kashrut, a Hebrew word meaning ‘fit’ or ‘proper for use’. Food that meets these standards is more commonly referred to as ‘Kosher’. Forbidden foods are termed ‘trayf.’ ...
... The Jewish dietary laws are referred to as Kashrut, a Hebrew word meaning ‘fit’ or ‘proper for use’. Food that meets these standards is more commonly referred to as ‘Kosher’. Forbidden foods are termed ‘trayf.’ ...
Jews and Fundamentalism
... A second phase of fundamentalism is its quiescent or passive stage. Adherents believe they are in possession of the truth that will ultimately triumph and dominate the public square but for the moment must remain in protected waiting. Although the alternative ways of living are seductive and dangero ...
... A second phase of fundamentalism is its quiescent or passive stage. Adherents believe they are in possession of the truth that will ultimately triumph and dominate the public square but for the moment must remain in protected waiting. Although the alternative ways of living are seductive and dangero ...
Jewish practices and symbols
... Synagogue Service • The synagogue is a place of worship – Also a place to study – A community center as well • Synagogue services are led by a Rabbi, a cantor, or a member of the congregation • In the USA synagogues are often called temples • Jews are observant of their faith, observant of the laws ...
... Synagogue Service • The synagogue is a place of worship – Also a place to study – A community center as well • Synagogue services are led by a Rabbi, a cantor, or a member of the congregation • In the USA synagogues are often called temples • Jews are observant of their faith, observant of the laws ...
Pre-Visit Information for Schools
... for both a rite of a passage ritual (reading aloud from Torah for the first time) and a celebration. ...
... for both a rite of a passage ritual (reading aloud from Torah for the first time) and a celebration. ...
Judaism
... clergy as to whether or not they were willing to officiate at commitment ceremonies. The Reconstructionist movement supports same-sex marriage, not merely commitment ceremonies. It is important to note that even within these denominations, agreement is far from universal. The platforms represented h ...
... clergy as to whether or not they were willing to officiate at commitment ceremonies. The Reconstructionist movement supports same-sex marriage, not merely commitment ceremonies. It is important to note that even within these denominations, agreement is far from universal. The platforms represented h ...
Judaism Today
... Orthodox Judaism Orthodox Judaism holds on to all of the ancient Jewish traditions and does not believe that they can be changed in any way. Orthodox Jews strictly follow the Laws of the Hebrew Scriptures or the Old Testament. The Hebrew language is used in all religious services and men and women s ...
... Orthodox Judaism Orthodox Judaism holds on to all of the ancient Jewish traditions and does not believe that they can be changed in any way. Orthodox Jews strictly follow the Laws of the Hebrew Scriptures or the Old Testament. The Hebrew language is used in all religious services and men and women s ...
Judaism Reading
... According to tradition, it represents the shape of his shield or an image that was on it. Many synagogues have a Star of David on the outside to identify them as a Jewish place of worship similar to the way that many churches have crosses outside. The Star of David is also a common non-religious sym ...
... According to tradition, it represents the shape of his shield or an image that was on it. Many synagogues have a Star of David on the outside to identify them as a Jewish place of worship similar to the way that many churches have crosses outside. The Star of David is also a common non-religious sym ...
- Honeoye Central School District
... and re-established their tradition in new lands. When Eastern European Jews came to Australia very few at first clung to Chassidic garb and customs. However, in 1948, an organised Chassidic group settled in Shepparton, Victoria, and about eight Russian families who were followers of the Chassidic Ch ...
... and re-established their tradition in new lands. When Eastern European Jews came to Australia very few at first clung to Chassidic garb and customs. However, in 1948, an organised Chassidic group settled in Shepparton, Victoria, and about eight Russian families who were followers of the Chassidic Ch ...
Judaism is my art form Raymond P. Scheindlin
... hit by a semi-drifter who had borrowed an uninsured car without brakes. Two days later I was in my naval base hospital with a ruptured kidney. Waiting for it to heal, it occurred to me the rabbis were right to have a blessing for excretion, so I taught myself the text. Ever since, when my kidneys wo ...
... hit by a semi-drifter who had borrowed an uninsured car without brakes. Two days later I was in my naval base hospital with a ruptured kidney. Waiting for it to heal, it occurred to me the rabbis were right to have a blessing for excretion, so I taught myself the text. Ever since, when my kidneys wo ...
Freedom of Religion at the Western Wall
... Western Wall and the Holy Sites of Israel. Among his duties at the Wall in the Old City of Jerusalem, he is responsible for enforcing guidelines around the Wall about modesty and general behavior. Rabinovitch has maintained rigid gender separation at the Wall, conforming to Haredi practice. In 2009, ...
... Western Wall and the Holy Sites of Israel. Among his duties at the Wall in the Old City of Jerusalem, he is responsible for enforcing guidelines around the Wall about modesty and general behavior. Rabinovitch has maintained rigid gender separation at the Wall, conforming to Haredi practice. In 2009, ...
Document
... Reform-Conservative Distinctions Will Blur Admittedly, some of the Orthodox institutions are small or recently established. But as they take firm root with each passing year, they become the rallying point for the positive forces in that community and the generator of whatever hopes exist for the s ...
... Reform-Conservative Distinctions Will Blur Admittedly, some of the Orthodox institutions are small or recently established. But as they take firm root with each passing year, they become the rallying point for the positive forces in that community and the generator of whatever hopes exist for the s ...
Basic Jewish Concepts and Beliefs
... properly converted to Judaism while in an institutional environment (e.g., inmates in prison; persons in healthcare facilities). One must recognize, however, that previously non-observant Jews may, through self-reflection, study and/or serious discussion with clergy or fellow residents, reach a sinc ...
... properly converted to Judaism while in an institutional environment (e.g., inmates in prison; persons in healthcare facilities). One must recognize, however, that previously non-observant Jews may, through self-reflection, study and/or serious discussion with clergy or fellow residents, reach a sinc ...
Future of Jews in america - Jewish American Society for Historic
... Some may argue that this is an isolated issue. We say it is not. We already ignore the proper sequence of Torah aliyahs. It is mandatory that a Kohane be called first then a Levite then an Israelite. In practice, in our synagogue - we blink at the process and use a pseudo formulaic evasion of the pr ...
... Some may argue that this is an isolated issue. We say it is not. We already ignore the proper sequence of Torah aliyahs. It is mandatory that a Kohane be called first then a Levite then an Israelite. In practice, in our synagogue - we blink at the process and use a pseudo formulaic evasion of the pr ...
Temple and Synagogue
... and daven, and celebrate chagim. In many ways, our level of participation in the Jewish world depends largely on the communities and social contexts in which we live. Whether we go to work or school or attend services on the holidays, eat in non-kosher restaurants, learn about Jewish history and cul ...
... and daven, and celebrate chagim. In many ways, our level of participation in the Jewish world depends largely on the communities and social contexts in which we live. Whether we go to work or school or attend services on the holidays, eat in non-kosher restaurants, learn about Jewish history and cul ...
1 For those Considering Conversion to Judaism A Guide for
... Therefore, I ask each student to take at least a year of study prior to the formal conversion. This enables each potential convert to experience the full cycle of the Jewish year as well as to have the time to reflect on the material learned and the cascade of new experiences that form a life lived ...
... Therefore, I ask each student to take at least a year of study prior to the formal conversion. This enables each potential convert to experience the full cycle of the Jewish year as well as to have the time to reflect on the material learned and the cascade of new experiences that form a life lived ...
Reconstructionism Reform Judaism Temple Beth Am/ Temple Sinai
... In the rush and bustle of modern life, Temple Beth Am provides something special...a warm and loving place, for young through retirees, for families, couples and singles, and newcomers of all ages to make connections, to touch the spirit, to celebrate the sacred moments in our lives. Reaching out t ...
... In the rush and bustle of modern life, Temple Beth Am provides something special...a warm and loving place, for young through retirees, for families, couples and singles, and newcomers of all ages to make connections, to touch the spirit, to celebrate the sacred moments in our lives. Reaching out t ...
ALIYAH Term used when a Jew is called to say a blessing before
... Jewish Terms, Words and Phrases ALIYAH Term used when a Jew is called to say a blessing before and after the Torah is read. It is also a term used for emigrating to Israel. Literal meaning is "going up" or ascension; in that light, emigrating to Israel is seen as a spiritual ascension. ARON HAKODESH ...
... Jewish Terms, Words and Phrases ALIYAH Term used when a Jew is called to say a blessing before and after the Torah is read. It is also a term used for emigrating to Israel. Literal meaning is "going up" or ascension; in that light, emigrating to Israel is seen as a spiritual ascension. ARON HAKODESH ...
American Judaism and the Future - Jewish American Society for
... integrated into America as Americans. They perceived the isolationism and rejectionism of fundamentalist Jewish life as the root cause of anti-Semitism. They were free to interpret traditional Rabbinic or Torah Judaism by accepting, rejecting or even modifying traditions to be compatible with Ameri ...
... integrated into America as Americans. They perceived the isolationism and rejectionism of fundamentalist Jewish life as the root cause of anti-Semitism. They were free to interpret traditional Rabbinic or Torah Judaism by accepting, rejecting or even modifying traditions to be compatible with Ameri ...
Hum 110/Leibman Reed College The Tractate Avot (Ethics of the
... Read the article "The Emergence of Rabbinic Judaism" before you read the Tractate Avot. Write an abstract of the article. Based on Cohen's description, how does the Mishnah differ from the writings of Torah and New Testament in purpose, theology, and social function? What do the differences in style ...
... Read the article "The Emergence of Rabbinic Judaism" before you read the Tractate Avot. Write an abstract of the article. Based on Cohen's description, how does the Mishnah differ from the writings of Torah and New Testament in purpose, theology, and social function? What do the differences in style ...
The Orthodox world today in Israel
... norms — Orthodoxy has, with mixed success, tried by and large to insulate itself from such evolutions. The greatest controversies, though, have taken place over questions of women's roles in Orthodox religious life. In Orthodox prayer services, men and women are separated by a curtain or low wall, w ...
... norms — Orthodoxy has, with mixed success, tried by and large to insulate itself from such evolutions. The greatest controversies, though, have taken place over questions of women's roles in Orthodox religious life. In Orthodox prayer services, men and women are separated by a curtain or low wall, w ...
JUDAISM
... Jewish home is a devout ritual in which both parents have leading roles. • Congregational worship requires a minyan —a quorum of ten people above the age of thirteen (men only for Orthodox and some Conservative congregations). Services are held on Friday evenings, Saturday mornings, and holy days. T ...
... Jewish home is a devout ritual in which both parents have leading roles. • Congregational worship requires a minyan —a quorum of ten people above the age of thirteen (men only for Orthodox and some Conservative congregations). Services are held on Friday evenings, Saturday mornings, and holy days. T ...
Jewish Belief in the Afterlife - Catholic
... If you were to ask a group of Jewish people at random whether Judaism believes in the afterlife, many – perhaps most -- would say, “No, that’s a Christian belief.” Those people would be wrong. Over the years Jews have believed in bodily resurrection, purgatory, heaven and hell, and reincarnation – a ...
... If you were to ask a group of Jewish people at random whether Judaism believes in the afterlife, many – perhaps most -- would say, “No, that’s a Christian belief.” Those people would be wrong. Over the years Jews have believed in bodily resurrection, purgatory, heaven and hell, and reincarnation – a ...
The Temple Brochure - Temple Sinai
... take on those observances and actions they find personally meaningful. ...
... take on those observances and actions they find personally meaningful. ...
Independent minyan
Independent minyan is a term that describes a number of lay-led Jewish worship and study communities that have developed independently of established denominational and synagogue structures within the organized Jewish community. Some began in the late 1990s and most since the year 2000, though some are several decades older. These new groups often combine a commitment to halakha/Jewish law with egalitarianism, and strive to create worship services where traditional prayer can become ""spiritual experiences.""The name, minyan, comes from the Hebrew word (מנין) for the prayer quorum traditionally required for a full Jewish prayer service.