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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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kitniyot

Religion; Judaism

Foods that are prohibited during Pesach (Passover) by the rulings of Ashkenazic rabbis. Sephardic Jews do not follow these restrictions. Includes rice, corn, peanuts, and legumes (beans).

kittel

Religion; Judaism

The white robes in which the dead are buried, worn by some during Yom Kippur services.

Kislev

Religion; Judaism

The ninth month of the Jewish year, occurring in November/December. See Months of the Jewish Year.

kippah

Religion; Judaism

The skullcap head covering worn by Jews during services, and by some Jews at all times, more commonly known as a yarmulke.

kiddushin

Religion; Judaism

Lit. Sanctification. The first part of the two-part process of Jewish marriage, which creates the legal relationship without the mutual obligations.

kiddush ha-shem

Religion; Judaism

Lit. Sanctification of The Name. Any deed that increases the respect accorded to G-d or Judaism, especially martyrdom. See The Name of G-d.

kiddush

Religion; Judaism

Lit. Sanctification. A prayer recited over wine sanctifying Shabbat or a holiday. See also Common Prayers and Blessings.

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