Home > Industry/Domain > Religion > 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.

Contributors in Judaism

Judaism

sandek

Religion; Judaism

The person given the honor of holding the baby during a ritual circumcision. Sometimes referred to as a godfather.

sephardim

Religion; Judaism

Jews from Spain, Portugal, North Africa and the Middle East and their descendants. Jews from North Africa and the Middle East are often described separately as Mizrachi Jews.

Zohar

Religion; Judaism

The primary written work in the mystical tradition of Kabbalah.

Zebulun

Religion; Judaism

1) Son of Jacob (Israel). Ancestor of one of the tribes of Israel; 2) The tribe that bears his name.

Zionism

Religion; Judaism

A political movement to create and maintain a Jewish state. The word is derived from Zion, another name for Jerusalem.

Zebach Sh'lamim

Religion; Judaism

Lit. Peace offering. A type of sacrifice expressing thanks or gratitude.

Zealots

Religion; Judaism

A movement of Judaism that began approximately 2200 years ago. It died out shortly after the destruction of the Temple.

Featured blossaries

SCI1182 Case Studies in Science

Category: Science   1 2 Terms

Terminologie et Mondialisation

Category: Education   1 3 Terms