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Do children of ultra-orthodox Jews become ultra-orthodox too?
Of course, Hassidic Jews emphasize the fact that they raise their children as Hassidic Jews, but in reality, there is significant intergenerational flow, with some children of Hassidic Jews departing for other streams of Judaism, and with some children of Liberal Jews joining more Orthodox streams. This seems typically human. There is a similar intergenerational flow between Christian denominations.
Do Jews disown their children for interfaith marriage?
Sometimes, but it's mostly among Orthodox Jews.
Can Orthodox Jews put their child up for adoption?
No. Orthodox Jews cannot put their children up for adoption.
Can Jews work on a Saturday?
Saturday is the Sabbath in Judaism. Orthodox (and some non-orthodox) Jews will not work. Many non-Orthodox Jews will work, but still remember the Sabbath day in their own ways. (And yes, there are some Orthodox Jews that work on Saturdays, but they do not advertise this fact).
Can Jewish parents punish their children for dating non-Jews?
Yes, but it's most common among Orthodox Jews.
Do orthodox Jews require medical services by other orthodox Jews?
No.
How do you become an orthodox Jew?
Yes, non-Orthodox Jews can become Orthodox by becoming more observant. Non-Jews can become Orthodox Jews through Orthodox conversion.
What are strictly observant Jews called?
Orthodox Jews are strictly observant. Hassidic Jews are even more strict.
What is strict follower of Jewish law called?
Orthodox and Ultra-Orthodox Jews are strict followers of Jewish law.
Why do Israeli Jews have to be married by an Orthodox rabbi if they're not Orthodox?
Unfortunately, in Israel, only Orthodox Jews get all the special privileges.
Who are orthodox Jews?
They are Jews who keep the Torah.
What did Jews of the 1930s wear as casual attire or due to religion?
That depends on the countries and on whether the Jews were orthodox or Reform. In Germany, for example, the majority of Jews were NOT orthodox and dressed very inconspicuously - as in many other countries.
