Why do most jews eat pork?

Answer 1

It really depends on the individual. To clarify a point though, eating pork is no different than eating any other non-kosher food. The is no special significance regarding pork in Judaism, it's just one of countless meats that aren't allowed by Jewish law. For those Jews who aren't religious and choose to eat pork, it's just another aspect of non-observance.

For those who are religiously observant, there are two circumstances where they might eat pork. The first is intentionally choosing to eat pork, in this case, the individual has to apologise to God and not repeat the act. The second circumstance is where an individual unknowingly eats pork, in this case, the individual is not responsible for eating the pork.

Answer 2

The Torah forbids Jews to eat pork (Deuteronomy ch.14).
See also:

The Jewish laws of keeping kosher

Answer 3

Wrong. Hatred has nothing to do with it. The Torah forbids Jews to eat pork (Deuteronomy ch.14); that's the only reason why Jews do not eat pork.
See also:

The Jewish laws of keeping kosher

Answer 4

Every religion has its non-observant members.1) Non-observant Jews may be under peer influence. In high school, for example, the one student in a class who brought a kosher lunch may be subject to ridicule. This may have led him/her to become slack.

2) Convenience; desires. No one wants "bothersome" rules, or limitations to their personal pleasure. We see how lack of self-discipline has led Western society to epidemic obesity, drunkenness, divorce rates, etc.

3a) Lack of proper information. People have inaccurate notions about their religion. They've picked up tidbits, jokes, and "sound-bites," and on such solid authority they dismiss the entire topic.

3b) Lack of Jewish education.

4) Unfortunate experiences. Someone who had a harsh religious upbringing or parent, may retain an unhappy feeling towards Judaism.

5) Many think that science, and specifically Evolution, have proved that there is no need for religion.

6) Intellectual laziness. Many people have simply never delved into the subject, to see if the truth and/or value of the Torah can be convincingly demonstrated.

7) Stereotyping. People call us "religious nuts," etc.; so the average layperson may get a negative feeling toward their tradition.

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How do you keep kosher?

Answer 5

BOTH Jews and Muslims avoid pork, because it's neither halal nor kosher.

Answer 6

They don't hate it. They don't eat it because pig is an unclean animal.

Answer 7

Most Jews do not eat pork.