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No, Orthodoxy doesn't qualify as a cult. However, some of the streams of Orthodoxy may qualify. Some of the Chassidic groups certainly have aspects that seem very cult-like. On the other hand, when a cult lasts for many generations, it tends to gain legitimacy, and most of the Chassidic groups are well over 100 years old. We speak of Chassidic dynasties.
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What has the author Yaacov Deutsch written?
Yaacov Deutsch has written: 'Judaism in Christian eyes' -- subject(s): Ethnology, Judaism, Jews, History, Christianity and other religions, Relations, Christianity
Can Jewish people have blonde hair and blue eyes?
A Jew is recognised as anyone who has converted to Judaism or whose mother was Jewish. Thus, many Jews can have blonde hair and blue eyes, either from having converted to Judaism or having ancestors who converted to Judaism. Many Ashkenazic Jews have fair complexions.
What are the similarities between orthodox and reform Jews?
Answer:Orthodox Jews are the ones that want to keep tradition. Reform want to change things.Answer:Orthodox Judaism, as we know it today, began in Germany in the 19th Century, as a response to Reform Judaism. Both Orthodox Judaism and Reform Judaism have greatly changed in the last 150 years. The actual difference is that Orthodox Jews maintain the binding nature of Jewish laws, ethics, etc., whereas Reform Jews focus on the ethics.Answer:Torah-observant Judaism dates back a few thousand years. Claiming or implying otherwise would be disingenuous and misleading. Originally it was simply called "Torah" or living by the Torah. Today it has the additional name of Orthodox Judaism. In its obedience to the Torah, Orthodox Judaism is unchanged.
Are a majority of Jews gay?
Answers from Wikianswers contributors:Please know that ANYONE can be a homosexual, it is not a choice. The Jewish religion may oppose homosexuality in the Old Testament, but it is outdated. Homosexuals should not try to "convert" or suppress their sexual urges because it will cause severe mental damage. "Orthodox" Judaism is, ironically, the most diverse Jewish community, including Chasidic Jews, New Orthodox Jews -- just about all Jews except for those who've chosen Reform, Reconstructionist or Conservative branches. Some Orthodox communities find homosexuality "an abomination;" others treat it as a manifestation of the "yetzer hara" -- the evil impulse, like any other ethical misstep. These have re-examined Leviticus 18:22, and do accept gay people and same-sex marriage. This movment is lead by Rabbi Steven Greenberg. Increasingly, Orthodox Jewish homosexuals are finding their voices. Check out a film called "Trembling Before G_d" (Sandi Dubowski).If a Jewish person is gay, Jewish law provides no answer or guidance: anything the gay person does will be a sin: celebacy, masturbation, homosexual relations, suicide, etc. There is nothing a gay Jew can do in Orthodox Judaism except not exist. Many gay Orthodox Jews hide in sham marriages, condeming not only themselves to misery, but also their wives. See related links.Answer 2Since the question addresses Orthodox Judaism, it should be treated from an Orthodox viewpoint. Seeing the Tanakh (Jewish Bible) as outdated, or mistranslating verses at will, is the opposite of Orthodoxy. And Orthodox Judaism, which is based upon observance of the Torah, does not permit any sexual relations except between one man and one woman who are married to each other.
How can Jews believe in a triune god?
Christian answerThe Jews had been yearning for a Messiah who can bring relief from the Roman yoke. Many believe Jesus of Nazareth to be that long-awaited Savior. Jewish answerWe cannot and do not believe that Jesus is god or the son of God.. Such a belief is forbidden in Judaism. In Judaism, Jesus was a regular human being who lived in olden times, and is not part of Jewish religious belief.
What are the lyrics of the cult of personality?
I know some of it it goes like this Look in my eyes what do you see The cult of personality The cult of personality I know your here I know your dreams I've been everything you want to be I'm the cult of personality The cult of personality The cult of personality And during the few moments that we have left We want to talk right down to earth in a language that everybody here can easily understand."
Are the Amish Jewish?
No, Amish and Jews are not the same. The Amish are a Christian sect and have no ties to Judaism at all. Until somewhat recently, in fact, the Amish were strong supersessionists meaning that they believed that Christianity replaced Judaism and that Judaism was no longer a valid path to G-d. The Amish are a sub-sect of the Mennonite Church (Annabaptist) and they are mainly of Swiss-German ancestry. The movement descends from the 16th century fellowship known as the Swiss Brethren. The languages that the Amish speak are Pennsylvania German, Swiss German, and English. They do not speak Yiddish, although, as Yiddish is largely made up of high German, most Yiddish speakers and Amish can communicate with each other quite easily. There are some Amish who claim Jewish ancestry. This is most likely the result of a 'conversos' scenario where Jews would claim to have converted to Christianity publicly but would practice Judaism in private to avoid persecution. As has been seen with other conversos groups, a percentage of the future generations lose all knowledge of Judaism and completely join Christianity. There are some similarities in practices between the Amish and Chassidic Jews in that both groups are very orthodox in their respective religious teachings, men from both groups can be mistaken for each other because of clothing choices, and both groups tend to have very large families. However, no Jewish sect rejects new technology in the way that the Amish do.
How has Hanukkah changed over the years?
Influence from Christmas has created some modern "traditions" in Hanukkah among the non-Orthodox, such as gift giving and themed decorations. Hanukkah has also been elevated from a relatively minor holiday to a seemingly major holiday on the Jewish calendar, particularly in the eyes of non-Jews.
Does Donald trump have any Jewish descent?
No, but his daughter Ivanka married a Jewish man and converted to Judaism. With his coloring and light blue eyes, I would doubt that he is Jewish. But who cares whether or not he's Jewish?
How does Judaism affect people today?
Kabbalah for the most part has been well-integrated into mainstream Jewish teaching and liturgy. It is only really known and discussed as a separate entity among small communities of Orthodox Jews. As for Madonna-esque Kabbalah, that has no connection to Judaism at all and any Jew who knows anything about his tradition or about Madonna just rolls his eyes upon mentions of "Kabbalah bracelets" and "Kabbalah schools for kids".
What happened to the Jews with blonde hair and blue eyes?
You mean great Jews like Tuvia Bielski who had blue eyes? . They are no different than any other Jew. And what happens to brown eyed Jews also happens to blue eyed Jews. They are no different.
Can Jews have blonde hair and blue eyes?
Of course.
