How is sin and judgment in judaism?

Answer 1

we believe that there is such a thing as sin and that we are commanded not to sin (Leviticus ch.26). Among the ways to correct sins already committed, are: repentance, regret, prayer and asking for forgiveness.

Answer 2

The term "sin" is generally not used in Judaism, but the violation of any of the 613 commandments would be considered bad.

The word 'cheit' is what is most commonly translated as 'sin'. Cheit is actually an Archery term that literally means 'to miss the mark'.

Answer 3

The word most commonly translated as 'sin' in the Tanach (Jewish Bible), is 'cheit'. Cheit is actually an archery term that means 'to miss the mark'. Essentially, most actions referred to as 'sin' can be called unintentional mistakes either against HaShem or another person.

There is a second kind of 'sin', that is where the person intentionally chooses to act against HaShem or another person(s).

Answer 4

The word most commonly translated as 'sin' in the Tanach (Jewish Bible), is 'cheit'. Cheit is actually an archery term that means 'to miss the mark'. Essentially, most actions referred to as 'sin' can be called unintentional mistakes either against HaShem or another person.

There is a second kind of 'sin', that is where the person intentionally chooses to act against HaShem or another person(s).

The Torah specifies that every society must set up a just legal system and this includes the Jewish Nation. According to Jewish law, people can be found innocent or guilty of crime.

Answer 5

This can be split into two questions.

1) Punishments in this world

2) Punishments in the afterlife.

1) The Torah gives authority to the Sanhedrin (Jewish court) to punish certain types of crimes. A murderer, for example, is to be killed. The Sanhedrin is bound by procedure, they must have two witnesses, and the perpetrator must be warned before he sins - otherwise he is not punished by the Sanhedrin. Also, the Sanhedrin is enjoined to make a concerted effort to seek evidence that could exonerate the defendant. This means that they must be balanced and circumspect, no matter what the crime. Their role is not intended to be one of vengeance.

Since shortly before the destruction of the Second Temple, capital cases were no longer judged, because the increased persecutions of the Romans, and the onset of the present Exile, made it impossible to fully maintain the level of scholarship and expertise needed for the Torah-procedures of the Sanhedrin. Since then, the power of Jewish courts has been greatly diminished and is now limited to imposing fines, if anything.

2) Does Judaism believe in the existence of hell? The name and details are probably different than in other religions, but the short answer is yes. "And they shall go forth, and look upon the carcasses of the men that have rebelled against Me; for their worm shall not die, neither shall their fire be quenched" (Isaiah 66:24). One of the central beliefs of Judaism, as codified by Rambam (Maimonides, 1135-1204), is that the soul continues to exist after death and is treated in accordance with the person's actions while he/she was alive. All outstanding accounts are settled after this life. Some cases illustrate this point, since this entire world wouldn't be enough to reward a Moses or punish a Hitler.

The afterlife is discussed at length in the Talmud, though the exact nature of the rewards and punishments is generally not given since it would be like describing the colors of a sunrise to someone who was blind from birth. See for example the Talmud, Rosh Hashanah 17a, for a few details.

It is important to note that Judaism is a rare case in that it does not condemn non-adherents to eternal damnation. Worthy non-Jews are able to merit the rewards in the afterlife without conversion.

Another important point is the efficacy of repentance, which can change one's spiritual "balance" relatively easily. See for example Deuteronomy 30:1-10 for one of the Tanakh's many passages on this topic.

Answer 6

Sin is when there is a separation between you and God! *** See related link "Wikipedia: Sin" on left ***

Answer 7

The Hebrew word for sin is "Het" which is the same Hebrew word for what happens in Archery when one does not hit the bullseye. Simply put Sin (Het) means missing the mark.