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Jewish life is governed by 613 categories of commandments - a list of which can be found at http://www.answers.com/topic/613-mitzvot-1. These are binding on all Jews. E.g. Jews may not cook - nor eat - meat and milk together. Over the centuries various customs have developed, a discussion of which can be found at http://www.answers.com/topic/minhag. Different families have different customs - and these may change over time. E.g. Some Jews wait 6 hours between eating meat and milk, some only 3 hours and some only 1 hour.
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Does the Jewish religion have baby naming ceremonies?
Yes.
What are some popular activities to do at a jewish wedding?
Most Jewish ceremonies are similar to any other. They include a speech, dancing, music, and more. The only difference is some traditional dances that must be included.
What has the author D Weinberger written?
D. Weinberger has written: 'The funeral and cemetery handbook =' -- subject(s): Burial laws (Jewish law), Handbooks, manuals, Jewish Funeral rites and ceremonies, Jewish mourning customs, Jewish funeral rites and ceremonies
Why do Jewish people hold the ceremonies they have?
The most important Jewish ceremonies, such as the festivals, are commanded in the Torah (see for example Leviticus ch.23). Other ceremonies are traditions stated in the Talmud (such as the three Sabbath meals), or are customs which were created with the intention of beautifying the observance of the Torah's commands. An example would be the chuppah (canopy) at Jewish weddings.
What is the Difference between Christians and Jewish?
It's just the marriage ceremonies that are different.
Are Jews allowed to participate in the ceremonies of other religions?
According to Jewish religious law, Jews are not allowed to participate in the religious ceremonies of other religions.
What is the difference between Christian and Jewish marriages?
It's just the marriage ceremonies that are different.
What has the author Maier Lerner written?
Maier Lerner has written: 'Zwei fragen' -- subject(s): Cremation (Jewish law), Jewish Funeral rites and ceremonies, Exhumation (Jewish law)
Who was sworn in with a Torah?
Nobody. Jewish public officials are sworn in with a Tanakh or Jewish Bible, not with a Torah Scroll in the United States and other countries that have similar ceremonies.
What are rituals or ceremonies of judiasm?
For information about the teachings, practices, principles, beliefs, and history of Judaism:wiki.answers.com/Q/what_are_the_beliefs_and_laws_of_judaismhttp://judaism.answers.com/jewish-philosophy/principles-of-judaismhttp://judaism.answers.com/jewish-culture/basic-jewish-ethicswww.jewfaq.org/halakhah.htmhttp://judaism.answers.com/jewish-history/timeline-of-jewish-history
How will a Christian and Jew get married?
Most interfaith marriages must be done with civil ceremonies, though if the couple agrees to raise the children Jewish, some Reform rabbis will agree to the ceremony.
What are some examples of religious services that people participate in?
Some examples of religious services that people participate in include Mass in the Catholic Church, Shabbat services in the Jewish faith, Jummah prayers in Islam, and puja ceremonies in Hinduism.
