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Judaism proclaims the belief in One God (Deuteronomy 6:4), and forbids idolatry Exodus ch.20 and other passages). Idolatry means the worship of idols, images, gods, or anyone or anything other than God, who created the universe.
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How did the Judaism vary from other religions of the time?
Judaism was the only belief that abhorred idolatry.
What did Judaism represent?
A complete break from the ubiquitous idolatry of the ancient world. Judaism represents belief in One God and in the Torah which He gave.
What was the religion like in Jerusalem during 50 BC to 100 AD?
Judaism and idolatry
What is a sentence with idolatry?
AnswerThe present religious practices of worshiping statues as gods is an idolatry"Idolatry" is a noun defined as the worship of idols. An example of the word "idolatry" in a sentence is "The Druids were condemned for their idolatry."
What religion did the Hebrews believe in?
They believed in what is now called Judaism. They worshiped the One God and repudiated idolatry.
What are the things the Jews are idolizing in modern times?
Judaism has always opposed idolatry and continues to do so in modern times.
Is Moses god for Jewish people?
No, Jews do not worship any people whatsoever, this is a form of idolatry which is forbidden in Judaism.
What was the main difference between Judaism and religion in ancient Egypt?
Egypt was polytheistic; while Judaism rejects idolatry, and is based upon the worship of the Creator, who is the One and only God.
Why was the founding of Judaism significant?
It was significant because it repudiated idolatry and espoused morality and social justice. This was completely novel in those times.
Did the Jews believe their king was a god why or why not?
No. This pagan act of deifying the king or queen was not practiced by Jews. The reason why not is that deifying anyone is idolatry and is forbidden in Judaism.
Major gods or goddess of judaism?
As taught and properly practiced, Judaism has no idols. The Torah forbids idolatry (Exodus ch.20, Deuteronomy ch.13).
Why is the development of Judaism significant?
According to tradition, Abraham founded what we now call Judaism, 3800 years ago. It was significant because his monotheistic belief made a complete break with the surrounding idolatry. Since then, Judaism has influenced not only other religions, but the Western world as a whole. More information:Which_Hebrew_traditions_have_become_part_of_the_moral_and_ethical_fabric_of_American_society_and_Western_civilizationWhat_did_abraham_and_moses_do_together
