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What distinguishes Jews in Israel from Jews of the diaspora?

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Here are some differences. Please add to this list:

Jews in Israel speak fluent Hebrew. Jews outside of Israel use Hebrew in prayers, but generally do not know how to speak it.
Orthodox and Conservative Jews outside Israel observe some holidays for 1 extra day.
Secular Jew in Israel observe Jewish holidays and some customs. Many (but not all) secular Jews outside Israel observe nothing.

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