Judaism

Judaism One of the oldest religions in the world that still exists today 8th century BCE

Fundamental Beliefs Monotheistic- Revolutionary 14 million “members” Orthodox, Conservative, and Reform

To be Jewish Culture or Religion? both

Relationship to Deity Hashem Person rather than Idea

Jewish belief in the Afterlife Abstract Not really a specific doctrine about the afterlife

Orthodox Judaism Follow the laws and ethics of the Torah and the Talmudic texts Synagogue 3 times a day Skull Cap Yarmullkeh Shabbat Kashrut

Conservative Judaism Not nearly as strict as Orthodox Still keeping Jewish Law Your average Jewish person

Reformed Judaism The “chill” Jewish people? I don’t know how to say it They are trying to adapt to modern changes in the world while keeping to Jewish law as best as they can

Kashrut Food may be consumed according to halakha (Jewish Law) “Kosher” What is Kosher in your own lives? What is not? Search the internet for Kosher Guidelines and see if your diet adheres to their guidelines.