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Where did the Jewish people originate?
Scriptural Stories: 1. The explanation in the Bible is that it started with a man named Abraham who lived in Ur [Babylon]....
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What are the beliefs of Judaism?
These are the core Jewish beliefs: - there is one G-d and only ONE G-d - all humans are equally G-d's children - humans are...
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Where did Judaism start?
it need to be answer It started with God's promise to Abraham to bless Him as the "father of many nations." Genesis 17:4. He had...
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What does Kosher mean?
Kosher When a food product is considered Kosher, it must be either: 1. An animal deemed kosher in the Bible 2. A food...
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How many Jews were killed in the Holocaust?
Since 1945-46, the most commonly cited figure for the total number of Jews killed has been approximately six million. This...
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Does Jesus being Jewish suggest Judaism is the correct religion and the one to which people should convert?
Conversion to Judaism was the intention of Jesus It is difficult to affirm a concrete dogma considering all the New...
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What does Jewish mean?
The word Jewish does have an objective meaning: a person is Jewish if: their mother is Jewish or they convert to the Jewish...
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Why do so many people seem to hate Jews and Israel?
There is no satisfactory answer to this question. But certainly, there are factors we can consider in trying to understand it....
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What was the origin of Judaism?
Judaism developed historically in the Near East over many centuries. Under the Roman Empire, Jewish communities were established...
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A rabbi is to Judaism as what is to Islam?
In Sunni Islam, the imam of a mosque is simply the most educated man who must also be adherent ( of course ) and have some level...
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What is Hanukkah?
Hanukkah Also Hanukka, Hanukkah, Chanuka, and Chanukah - חנוכה Hanukkah, the eight day long Festival of Lights, is one...
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Who was the founder of Judaism?
According to the Bible, there are two races in all of the world, Jews and Gentiles. Everyone whose physical ancestry traces back...
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What is the Star of David?
If you look at the ancient hebrew which was the paleo hebrew you can then see what the Shield of David really means. David's name...
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What are the historical figures and events of Judaism?
oh no did i just spam? 2035 B.C. - Abraham born. 1960 B.C. - Abraham leaves Haran for Canaan. 1935 B.C. - Isaac born. 1875...
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Do Jews believe in an afterlife?
by a religious Jew Jews believe in multiple phases of an afterlife. After a Jew dies his soul goes to heaven where it is...
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What is the name of the God that the Jewish religion worship?
Jewish people worship the God that they believe created heaven and earth, and who continues to will it into existence and control...
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Why is Hanukkah important?
Actually, in Jewish tradition it is considered a minor holiday. A major holiday in Judaism is similar to the Sabbath...
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Why do people keep the first day of the week for worship of God and are they really worshiping the Sun god?
The day was made for man, not the man for the day. So a peagan has every day dedicated to "gods"; we as christians go to church...
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Where can you get Kosher meals at Walt Disney World?
Disney.com provides the following answer: "Kosher dietary needs can be accommodated at most table-service restaurants. Request...
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What is Judaism?
following the laws of the T"NC , mishnah and Gemorah, without Exeption. Note: Judaism is not Belief in Christ or Jesus as the...
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If you were born in Israel does that make you a Jew?
No. You are Jewish only if your mother is Jewish - or if you convert to Judaism. And anyone is welcome to and able to convert if...
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Why have Jews stopped making sacrifices to atone for their sins?
The sacrifices only ended because the temple fell; the Romans destroyed it in AD 70. Sacrifices cannot be offered anywhere else....
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What is the difference between kosher and non-kosher hot dogs?
This Pertains to the making of Louie's All American Kosher Hot Dogs The Torah (Leviticus Chapter 11) lists the characteristics...
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What is the significance of the diaspora for Judaism?
Diaspora is defined as anywhere outside of (the Biblical area called) Israel. Diaspora signifies the expulsion of the Jews from...
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What are some holy sites of Judaism?
The Western Wall, (known as "wailing Wall") site of the second Temple in the Jewish Quarter of Old City, Jerusalem. Rachels...
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What is a Bat Mitzvah?
A Bat Mitzvah ("Bas Mitzvah" in the Ashkenazi pronunciation of Yiddish) is a Jewish girl at the beginning of adulthood. The bat...
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Are there multiple Jewish Gods?
Jews are monotheistic, which means that there is only one G-d in that religion. Jews especially follow this rule, furthermore,...
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At what point did the kosher food requirement begin in Judaism?
The earliest written text concerning kosher food and food preparation appears in the Bible, specifically the book of Leviticus,...
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How many candles are on a Hanukkah menorah?
A Hanukkah menorah (otherwise known as a hanukkia and not to be confused with the menorah that was in use in the Temple, which...
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Why did the founders of Judaism start the religion?
No one actually started the religion. It just was after Avraham figured out that there was a god. It actually started as a nation...
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What does Judaism teach about money and wealth?
There are wealthy people in the Old Testament. However that is by a completely different standard than being wealthy today is....
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Where did the word 'Jew' originate from?
Origins of the Word Jew The word Jew came from the name 'Judah', who was one of the original 12 sons of Jacob, from where the...
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What meaning does Yom Kippur have for Jews?
Yom Kippur Yom Kippur is the Jewish day of repentance, considered to be the holiest and most solemn day of the year. Its...
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Where is Judaism practiced today?
All over the world, that is, in almost all countries. Jews make up only 1% of the world's population. Israel The United States ...
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To what extent is Israeli law based on religion?
"To what extent is Israeli law based on religion?" The Israeli legal system consists of Secular courts and Religious courts. In...
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What similarities and differences exist between the Christian and Jewish religions?
We both have pretty much all the same players in the Bible. From Moses to Jesus we agree pretty much on the same historical facts...
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How is the present day clash between Arabs and Jews a religious conflict?
The first answer is great. But a later post is highly inaccurate. Israel is not a 'colony'! That assertion is absurd....
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What is kabbalah?
Mystical teachings that deal with the ideas of creation and concepts of a spiritual nature. Broadly speaking, the Jewish mystical...
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How did the Maccabean Revolt begin?
See Related Links See the Related Links for "MyJewishLearning: The Maccabean Revolt" and "The Maccabean Revolt" (from...
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Whom do Jewish people worship?
Simply, a one supreme, all encompassing, etheryal, all dimensional, God. No idol or vision of it. Something so great that it has...
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What do the Hebrew letters for 'Jacob' look like?
The Hebrew text for Jacob יעקב Or יעקב אבינו Which means Jacob our [Fore]Father.
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Why do humans sin?
It's likely that human action and behavior extend much farther back in time than the concept of "sin" itself. From this...
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Why do Jews not believe in Jesus?
This question is now protected due to abuse by the minority. All former discussions on this question have been moved in their...
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Where did Abraham start Judaism?
According the JudeoChristian Bible, Judaism began with Abraham in Genesis 12. Abram was a citizen of Ur of the Chaldees, a region...
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Why is there antisemitism?
This is an important question. Why is there so much antisemitism (hatred or prejudice against Jewish people) in the world now,...
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What is the name of the person who performs circumcisions?
A Mohel. The Mohel is a person of the Jewish faith who is ordained to do circumcision under the guidelines of the Jewish...
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What is the basis of the Judaism religion?
God... Answer The revelation of the Written and Oral Torah (Teaching) to the entire Jewish nation standing at the foot of...
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What happened to all the people who lived prior to Judaism Christianity and Islam if they never had a chance to worship correctly?
As someone said who said they didn't worship correctly? At the time God spoke directly to those few select people that could and...
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Why did the Jews have to wear the Star of David during World War 2?
So that they could be identified by the National Socialists (Nazis) and shipped off to concentration camps. Even before being...
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How has Judaism changed over time?
This question is serious stuff. And there is no way I can answer it in this space. I would recommend "The History of God." It is...
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Who is Michael Laitman and why is he important?
Michael laitman is a founder and president of the Bnei Baruch Kabbalah Education & Research Institute, which is dedicated to...
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When should Jewish New Year cards be mailed this year?
When to Mail Cards Rosh Hashanah begins at sunset on 12 September this year (2007 CE). Cards, therefore, should be mailed in...
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How many of the US congress members are of Jewish religion or heritage in whole or in part?
The Jewish community as a whole makes up 2% of the general population in the United States. In Congress, however, they make up...
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Who are the Jews?
Jews are members of one of the oldest religions. The line between being a "member" of the religion and being of the Jewish "race"...
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What were the conditions for the Jews during the Holocaust?
Jews during Holocaust Jews were taken to concentration camps where they had to work from early in the morning until late in the...
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Where can you go to get circumsized in Miami?
If you don't have a doctor of your own, just phone the hospital and they can give you some leads. Interview the doctor and don't...
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Is the Jewish religion and population growing or shrinking?
The Jewish religion is neither growing nor shrinking. It is at a steady 14 million. are u talking about the gay jews too
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Who made the cabala?
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What is the most holy city in Judaism?
Jerusalem is both the capital of Israel and also one of the four holy cities. The others are: Hebron, Sefat and Tiberius....
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What does 'Shabbat shalom' mean?
'Shabbath Shalom ' שבת-שלום peaceful sabbath.in Hebrew, a wish before and during the Saturday, SHALOM=peace and general...
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Who were the important leaders in the beginning of Judaism?
Per EW Bullinger's Companion Bible, appendix 45: According to Genesis chapter 29, verse 35, Leah gave birth to Judah at about...
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What is a synagogue?
A Jewish house of assembly, study, and prayer; also known as a Beit Knesset in Hebrew, Shul in Yiddish, and Esnoga in Ladino....
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Is Jello kosher for Jewish people to eat?
JELL-O Brand gelatin is certified as Kosher & Pareve, and can be eaten with either a meat meal or a dairy meal. Refer to "The...
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What theories are there on possible locations of the Ten Lost Tribes of Israel?
I cannot say about all the lost tribes of israel but there seems to be a theory based on a religion that started in the...
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What caused Jews and Muslims to become enemies?
Nop, the answere below is kind of right. jews did actually try to assassinate Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). For any kind of question...
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Why does the Passover seder begin with the four questions?
It doesn't. The 4 Qs are about half way through. But, as they are traditionally asked by the youngest child in attendence,...
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Didn't Islam start from Abraham?
The Qur'an makes various contradictions about who the first Muslim was. Some verses claim that the 'prophet' Muhammad was the...
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What percentage of the world's population is Jewish?
There are only 14 million Jews in the world; seven million in the Americas, five million in Asia, two million in Europe and...
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What are the values of Judaism?
Judaism and its laws, customs and beliefs can all be incorporated under 3 basic Values: 1. The value of life - Jews believe that...
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If a hot dog is labeled pareve - meaning no meat or dairy - what makes it pareve?
As you said yourself, pareve means no meat or dairy, a pareve hot dog would be made of soy, or any other vegeterian meat...
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Why did Judaism spread?
Like any religion, it provided answers that seemed reasonable to those accepting it, then and now. I would think that like to us...
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What is a seder meal?
The seder meal is a religious service and feast held in Jewish homes on the first 2 nights of passover.
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Why do Jews believe they are the chosen people?
To clarify: 'chosen' just means chosen to uphold more laws. It's a very loaded phrase and is often and understandably...
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What should a guest bring to a bris?
Gifts for a Bris? Since a bris is a circumcision ceremony for a newborn Jewish baby (typically it takes place on the eighth day...
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What are historical figures and events in Judaism Christianity and Islam?
Look in the content notes week two. Also, here's a few hints: Moses, Abraham, the prophets. Answer UofP? me too. Guess I'll...
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What is zionism?
(N) Jewish Nationalist Movement With The Goal Of Creating A Jewish Homeland) The movement to establish a Jewish state Simply...
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What is the symbolic meaning of Dayenu in the Passover seder?
Meaning of Dayenu Dayenu (or Dayeinu) is a song/poem that is part of the Passover Haggada, which is recited at the...
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Why is the Star of David important to Jews?
The Magen David (literally "Shield of David") has six-points, which symbolize that God rules over the universe and protects us...
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Is Bernie Ecclestone Jewish?
no he is not Yes he is! Look at his financiers. adherents . com includes Ecclestone in its list of prominent Jews.
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Why have Jews been persecuted?
After World War 1, Germany was not allowed to trade freely with other European nations because of their actions during the war....
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What are the ethics and morality in Christianity Islam and Judaism?
This is a very general question. It takes books and a lot of reading. The part about Islam is the one that I can help with....
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Where did Judaism spread?
s 1. Judaism spread to wherever Jews were exiled to. At one time or another that would cover most civilized parts of the...
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What is the source for wearing a prayer shawl otherwise known as a tallit?
The Bible twice commands us to put fringes (tzitzit) on each of the corners of a four-cornered garment. Numbers 15:38: "Speak to...
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Can a Gentile be a Jew?
Let's analyze Jesus' teachings on "Gentiles" Firstly, Jesus was Jewish; Matthew 5:17 Think not that I am come to destroy the...
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Where do Jewish temples face?
Facing holiness When Jews pray - not just in temple - they face toward Israel (in the US this is eastward). Inside Israel, they...
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Why don't Christians celebrate Hannukah?
s 1. Christians do not celebrate Hannukah for the same reason Jews do not celebrate Christmas. Simply, Hannukah is a...
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Do you really have to give 8 presents for Chanukah?
You don't have to give any presents on Chanukah. That is a tradition that most likely sprang from the Chanukah season colliding...
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How does a Christian marry a Jew and raise her kids Christian without compromising Jewish traditions?
Opinions I would say you cannot. Jews do not believe that Jesus Christ is the Messiah. Also, the New Testament in essence wiped...
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Are the Jews target of hatred?
Examples of antipathy to Jews and Judaism during ancient times are abundant. Statements exhibiting prejudice towards Jews and...
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We humans are one of God's creations and are supposed to obey the ten commandments then why don't people obey the sabbath?
the sabbath is saturday, the seventh day of the week, just like the Bible explains. Jesus, in the Bible sets aside this day as a...
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What is Confidentiality and Slander in Jewish Tradition?
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What is the Torah?
Torah A scroll of parchment containing the first five books of the Hebrew Scriptures, used in a synagogue during...
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Where in the Bible is Sunday said to be the Sabbath?
There were actually several Sabbaths. There was a sabbath year every seven years, and a special Jubilee year every 50 years,...
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How far has Judaism spread throughout the world?
All over the planet.
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What is the kaddish?
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Does the Sanhedrin exist today?
According to my research, the Sanhedrin no longer exists. It existed betweeen the time of Maccabes (c. 165 BC) to the end of the...
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What does the Star of David represent?
"Through our long and often difficult history, we have come to the realization that our only hope is to place our trust in God....
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Is the prophet referred to in Deuteronomy 18-18 Jesus or Mohammad?
No, Muhammad does not meet any of the requirements set out in Deuteronomy 18:18 and can therefore not be the prophet the verse is...
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What does the Yiddish word 'Galitsiana' mean?
GALITZIANA The word is Galitzianer, and it refers to a Jew from the south-eastern region of the Eastern-European...
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Do Jews believe that all the prophesies of the Old Testament have been fulfilled?
No. The Jews believe in the Old Testament, and that eventually all of the prophecies in it will be fulfilled, but they do not...
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