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The term used for Jewish Religious Law is Halakha,
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What is the name for Judaism's laws for religious and moral conduct?
Jewish law is called 'halacha'.
Is Peter Ustinov Jewish?
NO. His paternal grandfather was Jewish but converted to Protestant Christianity. By Jewish religious law he is not Jewish in any respect.
What is the name of the religious law in judaism?
The Torah. The word "Torah" can be translated "teaching" or "law". However, actual the term for law in Judaism is 'halacha' or the plural 'halachot'. Halacha (Jewish law) is recorded in the Talmud.
What is the religious law of Jews?
The 613 mitzvot (guidelines) found in the Torah form the basis for Jewish law. Jewish law itself is called 'halacha'. Halacha is found in the Talmud.
What is the difference between the Jewish divorce and the British divorce?
A "Jewish" divorce would be governed by religious law.A "British" divorce would be governed by civil law.A "Jewish" divorce would be governed by religious law.A "British" divorce would be governed by civil law.A "Jewish" divorce would be governed by religious law.A "British" divorce would be governed by civil law.A "Jewish" divorce would be governed by religious law.A "British" divorce would be governed by civil law.
What is the primary source of Jewish religious law consisting of the mishnah and gemara?
talmudic
Three central aspects of Jewish religious belief where what?
covenant,the law,and the prophets
What is the importance of a rabbi?
Even though a rabbi is a teacher and a member of the Jewish clergy, they can do MANY things: 1. Doctor or Mohel to perform Jewish Circumcision 2. Write Jewish Books 3. Kosher Food Supervision 4. Jewish Politics 5. Jewish Courts 6. Jewish Therapy 7. Jewish Lifecycle Events
How were the mishnah and talmud practiced and worshiped?
1) The Talmud is revered as a religious text, but it isn't worshiped. Only God is worshiped. 2) The Talmud is practiced through the observance of Jewish law, as religious Jews do today. Jewish law is codified in the Talmud.
Jewish religious views on animal cruelty?
Animal rights are protected in Jewish law. In fact, the Jewish dietary laws are built on a foundation of animal rights.
Where can one find more information about Jewish law?
Jewish Law otherwise known as Halakha is a collective body of religious laws for Jews. One can get more information on Jewish Law from a Rabbi at a local synagogue. See also the attached Related Link.
What was the sanhedrins role?
The Sanhedrin was a Jewish council in ancient times responsible for religious, legal, and political matters. It served as a judicial body that decided on religious and legal issues according to Jewish law.
