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- This article describes the Jewish religion; for a consideration of ethnic, historic, and cultural aspects of the Jewish identity refer to the article Jew.
Judaism is the religion of the Jewish people with around 15 million followers as of 2006For an exploration of the Jewish population, please see Jewish population and Jews by country. It is one of the first recorded monotheistic faiths and one of the oldest religious traditions still practiced today. The values and history of the Jewish people are a major part of the foundation of other Abrahamic religions such as Christianity, Islam, as well as Samaritanism and the Bahá'í Faith. Judaism has seldom, if ever, been monolithic in practice (although it has always been monotheistic in theology), and differs from many religions in that its central authority is not vested in any person or group but rather in its writings and traditions. Despite this, Judaism in all its variations has remained tightly bound to a number of religious principles, the most important of which is the belief in a single, omniscient, omnipotent, omnibenevolent, transcendent God, יהוה, YHWH, who created the universe and continues to be involved in its governance. According to traditional Jewish thought, the God who created the world established a covenant with the Jewish people, and revealed his laws and commandments to them in the form of the Torah. The practice of Judaism is devoted to the study and observance of these laws and commandments, as written in the Torah.
Traditional view of the development of Judaism
The subject of the Hebrew Bible is an account of the Israelites' (a branch of Hebrews) relationship with God as reflected in their history from the beginning of time until the building of the Second Temple (ca. 350 BCE). This relationship is often portrayed as contentious, as Hebrews struggle between their faith in God and their attraction for other gods, and as some Hebrews, such as Abraham; (most notably and directly), Jacob, the father of all Israelites -- later known as Israel; and Moses struggle with God. More on [ Judaism ]
The Fort Hood shooting is the death of the Jewish multiculturalism and Judaism as such.
Grishenkoff (Serge Grishenkoff) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:57:49 -0000
The Fort Hood shooting is the death of the Jewish multiculturalism and Judaism as such.
Kabbalah out Voodoo in. Madonna & Bruce Willis are just two of the Hollywood stars to ditch mystical Judaism for the new craze Voodoo. Tranc
theworstofperth (theworstofperth) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:57:16 -0000
Kabbalah out Voodoo in. Madonna & Bruce Willis are just two of the Hollywood stars to ditch mystical Judaism for the new craze Voodoo. Tranc
RT @PattiBreckenrdg World Faith Ldrs Join Forces 2 Battle Global Warming http://bit.ly/4e0rYY #Shintoism #Daoism #Hinduism #Islam #Judaism
Reverend_Sue (Sue Clark) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:33:08 -0000
RT @PattiBreckenrdg World Faith Ldrs Join Forces 2 Battle Global Warming http://bit.ly/4e0rYY #Shintoism #Daoism #Hinduism #Islam #Judaism
"Are Judaism and Christianity as Violent as Islam?" http://bit.ly/10moyj // Not endorsing it (not quite finished yet)âjust food for thought.
JoshBishop (Josh Bishop) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:11:46 -0000
"Are Judaism and Christianity as Violent as Islam?" http://bit.ly/10moyj // Not endorsing it (not quite finished yet)—just food for thought.
@vegfarandi It's more subtle than that. Xians see themselves as the refined version of Judaism, almost. Look at Matthew 21:33-46.
DMusselwhite (David Musselwhite) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:06:52 -0000
@vegfarandi It's more subtle than that. Xians see themselves as the refined version of Judaism, almost. Look at Matthew 21:33-46.
But Judaism and Christianity are violent too!: http://bit.ly/3qiBXq
D_Ingolfsland (Dennis Ingolfsland) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:17 -0000
But Judaism and Christianity are violent too!: http://bit.ly/3qiBXq
A - Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah questions and answers for the non Jew.
Meta Description: [ Jewish coming-of-age ceremonies: Bar Mitzvah, Bat Mitzvah and Confirmation. ]
Akhlah: The Jewish Children's Learning Network - Includes sections about Children's Parsha, Jewish holidays, Israel, Hebrew, and Jewish heroes from the Torah.
Babaga Newz - Games and activities for Jewish kids. Includes games, e-cards, and a virtual tour of Israel.
Meta Description: [ BabagaNewz is an educational classroom magazine, web site, book club and teachers' guide for Jewish middle school students in
congregational schools and Hebrew day schools, featuring news, stories, articles, activities, puzzles, games, contests and lesson plans. ]
Camp Gan Israel, Warwick RI - Summer 2001 is a place for children to experience the richness, excitement and warmth of Rhode Island Warwick's Judaism.
Meta Description: [ Chabad CHAI Center of West Bay, located in Warwick RI, is dedicated to outreach and education to the entire local Jewish community. We also provide Jewish counseling, volunteer clerical services and Camp Gan Israel. Our site includes schedules of synagogue services and educational programs. ]
Canaan Hora--Dancing with the Torah - The weekly par’sha page for modern kids with open-ended questions, a section for table discussion, a weekly quote in English and Hebrew, and always a link to something from the sages. Archive links to all parshot and holidays.
Eileen's Favorite Camp Crafts - Jewish Crafts Page - Craft projects for children. Includes both holiday and more general projects.
Holy Sparks For Kids - Homework help, games and links for Jewish kids. Tips for writing a dvar Torah. Help kids in Israel who have been hurt by terrorism. Start a readathon at your school.
Meta Description: [ Really fun links for Jewish kids and an awesome homework help page for Jewish and general studies! ]
Jewish Childrens Museum - The homepage for the Jewish Childrens Museum located in Brooklyn, New York. The site has lots of fun graphics, including games and a webcam.
Jewish High - Place where Jewish teens can hang out and chat with other teens. Includes a message board and live chat.
Judaism 101 - An encyclopedia of information about Judaism, Jewish practices, holidays, people and beliefs. For beginners, intermediate or advanced readers.
Meta Description: [ An encyclopedia of information about Judaism, Jewish practices, holidays, people and beliefs. For beginners, intermediate or advanced readers. ]
Jvibe - Teen journal and online community features chats, discussions, and articles.
My Bar Mitzvah / My Bat Mitzvah Resource Center - Resources to plan and have a successful Bar or Bat Mitzvah. The site features include: sample invitations, speeches and stories, and tips.
Meta Description: [ My Bar Mitzvah / My Bat Mitzvah Resource Center ]
Shabbat Books - Children's e-books on Shabbos, some easy to read ones with pictures and a coloring book to download.
The Bible Quiz - This online Bible Quiz contains many multiple choice questions about the 5 books of Moses.
Meta Description: [ The Bible Quiz ]
The Jewish Calendar - Introduces the calendar still used for religious purposes. Answers questions such as when does a Jewish day begin and which years are leap years.
Meta Description: [ Generally said to have been set down by the Sanhedrin president Hillel II in C.E. 359. What does a Jewish year look like? What years are leap years? What years are deficient, regular, and complete? When is New Year's day? When does a Jewish day begin? When does a Jewish year begin? ]
Toldot - Online showcase promoting Jewish culture. Includes virtual museum exhibits, artwork, and glimpses into the lives of Jewish youth around the world
Meta Description: [ Toldot is the first accredited online Jewish museum for kids and teens. Our exhibits and art making activities deal with Jewish identity and material culture as a way to connect Jews around thw world. Enter our forum, photography competition or watch teens' video clips ]
Torah Stories - Stories and lessons on reading Hebrew.
Meta Description: [ Torah stories for children - a summary of the weekly reading with activities, a story on a Hebrew letter and more ]
Torah Tots - A series of stories, educational material, interactive fun and games, and printable coloring pages for Jewish children.
Meta Description: [ Torah for Tots - Parsha on Parade - Holidays on Parade - A series of stories, educational material, fun and games, coloring pages for Jewish children. Visit our WEBSITE at http://www.torahtots.com ]
Torah.net - Youth's Corner - This site not only has stories and jokes, but also contains a directory of all the blessings and pronunciation guide.
Meta Description: [ Short stories for kids. The month in Jewish history, interesting quick facts and funny jokes. Also a special section on Brachot on all types of foods. A presentation of Torah.Net ]
Uncle Eli's Haggadah - Humorous poetic retelling of the Passover Haggadah using 3 frames. One frame is used for definitions.
YourPage: Kids Only - Includes stories, crafts, recipes, games, puzzles, and online greetings.
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