Judaism Followers of Judaism are known as Jews. Hebrew, Yiddish, and Jews also refers to Judaism. It is the oldest of the three main religions of the Middle East, (Around 2000 BC)
Star of David The six points of the Star of David symbolize God's rule over the universe in all six directions: north, south, east, west, up and down.
Judaism’s Basic Beliefs Belief in Torah- holy book (Old Testament) One God Still awaiting the Messiah Do not believe in the New Testament or Jesus’ role as the Messiah
Other Beliefs and Practices Worship at a Synagogue -house of worship Strict dietary requirements. (Can only eat what is “kosher”. (Permitted) What is Kosher food?
Some Jewish Religious Observances Rosh Hashanah- the Jewish New Year. Introspection for the future. Yom Kippur-a “day of atonement”. Fasting and repentance to “atone” for your sins
Modern day Israel Was created in 1948 as a Jewish homeland Has repeatedly come under attack from Palestinians and other Arab countries upset over their displacement for the creation of Israel
A Troubled Legacy