Judaism includes a philosophy. Some Talmud-passages, for example, could be compared to or described as philosophical discussion. An example of this is the topic (Eiruvin 13b) of whether it is better for a person to have been created or not.
Judaism is a religion, with beliefs, outlook and attitudes, as well as practical laws and customs.
It may be noted that a religion includes a philosophy (thought; contemplation; discussion; a certain logic) - but philosophy doesn't necessarily include religion. Some philosophers are atheists, or just don't discuss religion.
Specifically, Judaism includes a philosophy. Some Talmud-passages, for example, could be compared to or described as philosophical discussion. An example of this is the topic (Eiruvin 13b) of whether it is better for a person to have been created or not.
In addition to its philosophy, Judaism also has a history, a cosmogony, some linguistics, mathematics, and other things. Some of these (or parts of them) are of greater importance than others. For instance, very few people, even learned Torah-scholars, study the opinions of Rabbi Menachem ben Seruq or Rabbi Yonah ben Janach in Hebrew grammar, despite the fact that their books are a part of the spectrum of classical Jewish works.
Similarly, in the philosophy within Judaism, some discussions are more important than others. Passages concerning God's ways, attitudes and reasoning, are often binding (specifically in the Tanakh and Talmud). On the other hand, few scholars today take the time to read Maimonides' Guide, though six to nine centuries ago some Jewish communities treated it as indispensable.
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Judaism is a religion, with beliefs, outlook and attitudes, as well as practical laws and customs.
It may be noted that a religion includes a philosophy (thought; contemplation; discussion; a certain logic) - but philosophy doesn't necessarily include religion. Some philosophers are atheists, or just don't discuss religion.
Specifically, Judaism includes a philosophy. Some Talmud-passages, for example, could be compared to or described as philosophical discussion. An example of this is the topic (Eiruvin 13b) of whether it is better for a person to have been created or not.
In addition to its philosophy, Judaism also has a history, a cosmogony, some linguistics, mathematics, and other things. Some of these (or parts of them) are of greater importance than others. For instance, very few people, even learned Torah-scholars, study the opinions of Rabbi Menachem ben Seruq or Rabbi Yonah ben Janach in Hebrew grammar, despite the fact that their books are a part of the spectrum of classical Jewish works.
Similarly, in the philosophy within Judaism, some discussions are more important than others. Passages concerning God's ways, attitudes and reasoning, are often binding (specifically in the Tanakh and Talmud). On the other hand, few scholars today take the time to read Maimonides' Guide, though six to nine centuries ago some Jewish communities treated it as indispensable.
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It's a religion, if by religion, you mean system of beliefs, traditions, rituals and liturgy that addresses questions such as why we are here and what is required of us. Philosophies may address similar questions, but philosophies usually do not come with rituals and liturgy.
Judaism, Christianity, Islam, & Baha'i.
Paul R. Mendes-Flohr has written: 'German-Jewish thought between religion and politics' -- subject(s): Judaism and philosophy, Judaism, Jewish philosophy, History 'Jewish philosophy'
Ehud Benor has written: 'Worship of the heart' -- subject(s): Jewish Philosophy, Judaism, Medieval Philosophy, Philosophy, Jewish, Philosophy, Medieval, Prayer, Religion
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Judaism ... the religion of the Jewish People ... is comprisedof a single religion, known as "Judaism".Judaism ... the religion of the Jewish People ... is comprisedof a single religion, known as "Judaism".
Robert N. Goldman has written: 'Einstein's God' -- subject(s): Religion, Philosophy and religion, God (Judaism)
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religion is philosophy
Judaism IS a religion.
Judaism ... the religion of the Jewish People ... is comprised of a single religion, known as "Judaism".
Judaism at 75% is the religion professed by most Israelis, but since Israel has no official state religion, it does not overwhelm politics.Judaism..
No, Judaism is not a centralised religion.