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The theology of Judaism is that this world is a purposeful creation by God, in which all people are tested concerning their use of free-will. We possess a soul which lives on after the body dies and is held responsible for the person's actions. Anyone who is worthy, Jewish or not, can merit reward in the afterlife.
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∙ 6y agoThe theology of Judaism is that this world is a purposeful creation by the One ethical God, in which all people are tested concerning their use of free-will. We possess a soul which lives on after the body dies and is held responsible for the person's actions. Anyone who is worthy, Jewish or not, can merit reward in the afterlife.
Here is a list of the most basic beliefs of Judaism, as collated by Maimonides:
1. God exists, and is the Creator.
This tells us that the world is not purposeless or chaotic. Life is the result of a deliberate, purposeful, intelligent and kind Creator; not a melancholy chaos or a string of fortuitous accidents.
2. God is One and unique.
This is the basis of all Western monotheistic belief, which was given to the world by Abraham and his descendants. This belief places God at the center of reality and of our world-outlook and thoughts.
3. God is not physical.
This includes the corollary that no person should be worshiped as God or as a god. Judaism has no god-kings, no demigods, no angel who flouts God's will, and no sports-idols, movie-idols etc.
4. God is eternal.
This includes the belief that God's ways are also eternal. God is not capricious, forgetful or fickle. Investing in a relationship with God is the only thing that will bear eternal benefits.
5. Prayer is to be directed only to God.
This also teaches us that no person, government or institution is to be accorded blind trust. We pray directly to God, three times a day; and we recount our shortcomings, ask for our needs, and acknowledge our successes with happy thanks.
6. The words of the prophets are true.
8. The Torah was given to Moses by God.
These two beliefs are the basis of our attitude towards the Torah: it is the center of our lives. Jews are keeping mitzvot (commands), saying blessings, praying, learning Torah and doing acts of kindness and charity all the time. The Torah is the single greatest thing that a Jew has; given to us to provide knowledge, guidance, inspiration, awe and reverence, advice, law, comfort, history and more. It is the basis of Judaism.
9. There will be no other Torah.
We Jews have been around for 3800 years. New fads, manifestos, beliefs or lifestyles which rear their heads are met by the Jew with a calm, seasoned eye and the proverbial grain of salt. The Torah doesn't change; and every new thing can be measured against the Torah's standards.
10. God knows the thoughts and deeds of all.
11. God rewards the good and punishes the wicked.
These two beliefs provide a vast incentive towards righteousness and, when needed, repentance.
They also form part of the basis of our belief in the afterlife, since this entire world wouldn't be enough to reward a Moses or punish a Hitler.
God is just (Deuteronomy 32:4); and all outstanding accounts are settled after this life.
12. The Messiah will come.
13. The dead will be resurrected.
Judaism is the only ancient religion which taught optimism; and a large part of that optimism was and is based upon the words of the prophets.
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What is an example of Theology?
christanity,hinduism,islam,judaism,buddhism
What is replacement theology?
The idea that Christianity has "replaced" Judaism. (in reality, it hasn't)
Where is Judaism performed?
Judaism is not "performed". It is a religion, a theology, a belief. Where is Christianity or Islam performed? I guess the best answer is "in one's heart."
What has the author S Schechter written?
S. Schechter has written: 'Saadyana' -- subject(s): Hebrew language, Texts and translations 'Seminary addresses & other papers' -- subject(s): Judaism, Addresses, essays, lectures 'A course of six lectures on rabbinic theology will be delivered by Mr. S. Schechter, M.A., reader in rabbinic in the University of Cambridge, England, in the lecture room of the Academy of Fine Arts, at 8 o'clock in the evening' -- subject(s): Doctrines, Judaism 'Studies in Judaism' -- subject(s): Judaism, History, Jews, Addresses, essays, lectures 'Saadyana' -- subject(s): Judaism 'The wisdom of Solomon Schechter' -- subject(s): Judaism 'Letters to Samuel Poznanski' 'Aspects of rabbinic theology' -- subject(s): Doctrines, History, Jewish theology, Judaism, Talmud, Theology
What was learning a religion was known as?
Theology is the study of Christianity and Judaism. Theoscopy is the study of Buddhism and Hinduism.
What has the author Fred Wright written?
Fred Wright has written: 'Father, forgive us' -- subject(s): Judaism, Relations, Christianity, Christianity and antisemitism, Judaism (Christian theology), History of doctrines, Antisemitism, Christianity and other religions, Holocaust (Christian theology)
What are 2 major gods of Judaism?
Judaism is a monotheistic religion.
What has the author Solomon Schechter written?
Solomon Schechter has written: 'Studies in Judaism: essays on persons, concepts, and movements of thought in Jewish tradition' 'Aspects of rabbinic theology' 'Studies in Judaism' -- subject(s): Judaism
What has the author Eliezer Maass written?
Eliezer Maass has written: 'Stand firm' -- subject(s): Controversial literature, Jewish Christians, Judaism, Judaism (Christian theology)
What is a likely career path for a theological studies major?
With a Theology major, you are pretty much limited to religious occupations. Generally clergy and pastors have degrees in theology.
What are some carrers with a major in theology?
Some careers with a major in theology are ministry work and other religious affiliated jobs as well as religious research, or teaching religion.
Is judaism christian religion?
Answer 1No. Judaism came over one thousand years before Christianity.Answer 2It is unclear what this question is asking.If it is asking: Are Judaism and Christianity religions? -- The answer is Yes.If it is asking: Is Judaism a Christian-type religion? -- The answer is No. Judaism is based on a fundamentally different organizational structure and central theology from Christianity.
