All the hundreds of mitzvoth (commands), principles and beliefs of the Torah. Though it may have an associated culture and one or more associated languages, the traditional definition of Judaism is the observance of the Torah, which is why dictionaries define Judaism as "the religion of Moses." In this sense, the word "Torah" is meant in its wider meaning, which includes the Tanakh, the Talmud, and other classical Jewish texts.
The philosophy of Judaism is that this world is a purposeful creation by God, in which all people are tested concerning their use of free-will. We possess a soul which lives on after the body dies and is held responsible for the person's actions.
Some examples of the commands:
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What are the various types of Jews? Is there something called Asedic Jewish?
The purpose of the Old Testament in shaping the beliefs and practices of the Jewish faith is to provide a foundation of religious teachings, history, and laws that guide the Jewish people in their understanding of God, morality, and their relationship with Him. It contains important stories, commandments, and prophecies that form the basis of Jewish beliefs and practices.
The covenant-relationship is the basis of Jewish beliefs and practices throughout history, since it binds us to the observance of the Torah.
No, such practices are forbidden in Judaism.
Jesus was a Jew so he probably believed in a host of traditional practices.
David was raised in a Jewish home, but practices no religion.
He is Jewish, but he does not publicize whether he practices it or not.
Chris Noth practices Buddhism.
The Jewish holy symbol is the five-pointed Star of David.
During the period from 400 to 1 BCE, several important Jewish books were written, including the Books of Esther, Daniel, and Malachi in the Hebrew Bible. These texts provide insights into Jewish history, prophecy, and religious practices during that time. They continue to be studied and valued in Jewish tradition today.
Jewish tradition is that Judaism is passed along through the mother. If your maternal grandmother is Jewish, you are too. Technically, you are Jewish only with a Jewish mother. There are no such things as "half Jewish", "1/16 Jewish", etc.