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Is a Torah Jew an Orthodox Jew?
It depends on how the term is meant. "Torah Jews" can mean more than one thing. If the definition is: Those who live the laws of the Torah (which is the way the phrase "Torah Jews" is usually used), then it is understandably common to reserve that description for observant Jews. It is indeed customary today to call observant Jews "Torah Jews"; so the answer to the question is Yes. The word "Orthodox" is seen by many Torah Jews to be an exonym, i.e. a term applied to them by non-Orthodox, whereas they prefer the term "Torah Jews". If the definition is: Who is Jewish according to the Torah, then Torah Jews would include non-observant Jews, because they don't cease being Jewish. All Jews, regardless of levels of observance are "Torah Jews" since their Jewishness is derived from the Torah's mandates.
Where did the Jews rules come from?
The Jews' rules come from the Torah. The Torah consists of two parts: the written Torah and the Oral Torah. The Oral Torah is the laws and traditions handed down by the Sages, which are today contained in the Talmud. The Talmud explains the details of those commands which the written Torah states briefly.
Who uses the Torah scroll today?
Jews read from Torah-scrolls during synagogue services, and learn its content as part of the command to study it (Deuteronomy ch.11).
What is the source of faith in judaism?
Torah is the main source of faith in Judaism. It is traditionally regarded as a tree of life to all those who cling to it. Even Modern and Liberal Jews draw meaning and knowledge from Torah.
How were Jews regarded in Elizabethan times?
Christians regarded Jews with suspicion.
Who are orthodox Jews?
They are Jews who keep the Torah.
What do you call the traditional Jews?
Orthodox Jews or Torah Jews.
Why do Jews use a crown for the Torah?
To honor the Torah and glorify it.
What is sacred to Jews?
Torah
What do Jews follow?
The Torah.
What is the difference between assimilated and orthodox Jews?
Orthodox Jews abide by the commands of the Torah and the Oral Torah (Talmud).
Do Jews watch tv on sabbath?
No, Torah-observant Jews do not.
