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According to Jewish tradition are Judaism and Zoroastrianism connected?
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Since the two groups lived side by side in Babylonia, there may have been some borrowing in language or other minor matters. But in terms of beliefs, the two are quite different.
Judaism, according to tradition, has always been monotheistic. Even at the height of the unfortunate spread of idolatry among the less-loyal Ten Tribes, there were thousands who remained loyal to God (1 Kings 19:18).
The Zoroastrians, however, believed in two gods, not one. The Jewish Sages who redacted the Talmud in the early centuries of the Common Era lived in Babylonia, witnessed the practices of the Zoroastrians, and recorded this fact (Talmud, Sanhedrin 39a). In addition, Zoroastrianism is unlike Judaism in that:
its deity is not immanent
it believes in worship through intermediaries, who are themselves "worthy of worship"
evil has its own creator, Angra Mainyu or Ahriman, which had always existed
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∙ 9y agoSince the two groups lived side by side in Babylonia, there may have been some borrowing in language or other minor matters. But in terms of beliefs, the two are quite different.Judaism has always been monotheistic. Even at the height of the unfortunate spread of idolatry among the less-loyal Ten Tribes, there were thousands who remained loyal to God (1 Kings 19:18).
The Zoroastrians, however, believed in two gods, not one. The Jewish Sages who collated the Talmud in the early centuries of the Common Era lived in Babylonia, witnessed the practices of the Zoroastrians, and recorded this fact (Talmud, Sanhedrin 39a). In addition, Zoroastrianism is unlike Judaism in that:
- its deity is not immanent
- it believes in worship through intermediaries, who are themselves "worthy of worship"
- evil has its own creator, Angra Mainyu or Ahriman, which had always existed
- some of its adherents believe in a self-creating universe
- some modern scholars see it as a form of pantheism
- it has "fire-temples," with worship in the presence of flame
- its adherents are not required to marry within their faith
- some Zoroastrians dispose of their dead through ritual exposure to the open sky, while some others cremate the dead
- dogs are considered sacred
- such creatures as snakes, ants and flies were "not created by the creator of good"
- it includes a virgin birth, in which its messiah will be conceived without sexual penetration.
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Which was the first monotheistic religion according to tradition?
1) According to careful research, the original tradition, which was widespread, was monotheistic. However, it died out completely in a relatively brief span of time. This belief does not refer to a specific people, country, or named religion, since it was not centralized or organized.2a) The first continuous monotheistic tradition and religion as we know it, was and is Judaism, the tradition founded by Abraham. It began 3800 years ago, and its founding principle is that God is One. This was well before the Egyptian king Akhenaten, who in any case (according to tradition) was influenced by Israelite beliefs. 2b) Some might claim that monotheistic Judaism started later, as (for example) King Josiah made reforms in the late First Temple period. However, this is the view of secular academe, and flies in the face of tradition. Judaism had already been monotheistic for eight centuries by the time of Josiah. All he did was to eradicate the idolatrous influences of those Jews who had strayed from their own religion. This had happened repeatedly (such as with Jehoshaphat [2 Chronicles 17:6], and Samuel before him [1 Samuel 7:3-4]); and those who strayed into pagan practices never encompassed the entire people.3) Zoroastrianism, which might be suggested as another early contender, is not such a clear matter. There is no consensus on when Zoroaster lived. Moreover, the Zoroastrians believed in two gods, not one. The Jewish Sages who collated the Talmud in the early centuries of the Common Era lived in Babylonia, witnessed the practices of the Zoroastrians, and recorded this fact (Talmud, Sanhedrin 39a). In addition, in Zoroastrianism: there is worship through intermediaries, who are themselves "worthy of worship"evil and good each has its own creatorsome of its adherents believe in a self-creating universesome modern scholars see it as a form of pantheism.
Which religion started around the year 1500 bc?
Zoroastrianism. Which further led to the idea of apocalyptic eschatology and dispensational dualism being integrated into Judaism and ultimately Christianity.
Which religions have historically have struggled for control of the middle east?
All kinds of faiths from the religions of the Hittites, Egyptians and Amorites to Ba'al, El, Ashtoreth. Then the major faiths such as Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Greek thought and faith, Roman thought and imperial faith, Christianity, the Mithraic religions and Islam.
What was the first monotheistic religion to spread in the Middle East?
Judaism was the first of the Abrahamic religions to develop and was the first major monotheistic religion in the world. Christianity came around 33AD and Islam came some 600 years after Christianity.
When did monotheism begin?
The traditional by Judaism, Christianity and Islam is that monotheism has existed since the time of creation. However, many scholars say that Judaic monotheism is of quite late origin. Given that Zoroastrianism is likely to be the earliest essentially monotheistic religion, then monotheism began when Zoroastrianism was founded - somewhere around 1700 BCE to perhaps 2000 BCE.
Did jethro convert to Judaism?
Yes, according to tradition.
How did zoroastrianism effect judaism?
According to our tradition, any influence was only in minor matters, since the followers of Zoroaster believed in two gods, not One (Talmud, Sanhedrin 39a). Also, there were times when the Zoroastrians persecuted the Jews.
How did Judaism begin according to the Torah?
Judaism's roots are in the Hebrew religion of Abraham; and in the Israelite religion of Moses. According to tradition, "Judaism" as such began with the covenant between Abraham and God.
How long ago did Judaism originate?
According to tradition, it was 3800 years ago.
When was abraham the founder of judaism?
According to tradition, Abraham began the practices of Judaism 3800 years ago (Talmud, Yoma 28b).
What year was the founder of judaism born?
According to our tradition, he (Abraham) was born in 1812 BCE.
What is Iran's religon?
Islam Zoroastrianism Christianity Judaism Baha'i Faith
How many churches did Abraham start?
None. According to Jewish tradition, Abraham founded what is now called Judaism; and Judaism doesn't have churches.
What was before Christianity and judaism?
Hinduism, Buddhism, and some smaller religions such as Zoroastrianism.
What other religions are similar to Islam?
Judaism, Christianity, Sikhism, Zoroastrianism, & Baha'i.
When did abraham the founding leader od judaism die?
According to our tradition, Abraham died in 1637 BCE.
Are angels Christian?
A:Yes. You will also find belief in angels in Islam, Judaism and Zoroastrianism.
