Judaism

Judaism

Judaism is a religion of the Jewish people. It is a monotheistic religion originating in the Hebrew Bible. Judaism states that god stated the laws and comandments to Moses on Mount Sinai. Judaism claims a 3,000 year continuous history.

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Noahic Commandments

Religion; Judaism

Seven commandments given to Noah after the flood, which are binding on both non-Jews and Jews.

Nissan

Religion; Judaism

The first month of the Jewish year, occurring in March/April. See Months of the Jewish Year.

nikkud

Religion; Judaism

A system of dots and dashes used to indicate vowels and other pronunciation in Hebrew.

niddah

Religion; Judaism

The separation of husband and wife during the woman's menstrual period. Also refers to a woman so separated. Also referred to as taharat ha-mishpachah or family purity.

ner tamid

Religion; Judaism

Lit. Continual lamp. Usually translated "eternal flame. " A candelabrum or lamp near the ark in the synagogue that symbolizes the commandment to keep a light burning in the Tabernacle outside of the ...