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- This article describes the Jewish religion; for a consideration of ethnic, historic, and cultural aspects of the Jewish identity refer to the article Jew.
Judaism is the religion of the Jewish people with around 15 million followers as of 2006For an exploration of the Jewish population, please see Jewish population and Jews by country. It is one of the first recorded monotheistic faiths and one of the oldest religious traditions still practiced today. The values and history of the Jewish people are a major part of the foundation of other Abrahamic religions such as Christianity, Islam, as well as Samaritanism and the Bahá'í Faith. Judaism has seldom, if ever, been monolithic in practice (although it has always been monotheistic in theology), and differs from many religions in that its central authority is not vested in any person or group but rather in its writings and traditions. Despite this, Judaism in all its variations has remained tightly bound to a number of religious principles, the most important of which is the belief in a single, omniscient, omnipotent, omnibenevolent, transcendent God, יהוה, YHWH, who created the universe and continues to be involved in its governance. According to traditional Jewish thought, the God who created the world established a covenant with the Jewish people, and revealed his laws and commandments to them in the form of the Torah. The practice of Judaism is devoted to the study and observance of these laws and commandments, as written in the Torah.
Traditional view of the development of Judaism
The subject of the Hebrew Bible is an account of the Israelites' (a branch of Hebrews) relationship with God as reflected in their history from the beginning of time until the building of the Second Temple (ca. 350 BCE). This relationship is often portrayed as contentious, as Hebrews struggle between their faith in God and their attraction for other gods, and as some Hebrews, such as Abraham; (most notably and directly), Jacob, the father of all Israelites -- later known as Israel; and Moses struggle with God. More on [ Judaism ]
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Austrian Jewish Museum - Features tour of former private synagogue of Samson Wertheimer, displays on the Jewish year, the ages of man and scholarship. Includes opening times and directions. Located in Eisenstadt. [German and English].
Meta Description: [ Österreichisches Jüdisches Museum, A-7001 Eisenstadt, Unterbergstraße 6, Telefon: +43 2682 65145 ]
Beth Hatefutsoth Museum of the Jewish People - History and culture of the Jewish people throughout the world. Site includes virtual exhibit.
Meta Description: [ Beth Hatefutsoth is a cultural and educational institution providing multiple avenues of personal historical identification. ]
Jewish Childrens Museum - The homepage for the Jewish Childrens Museum located in Brooklyn, New York. A virtual tour, games and a webcam.
Jewish Museum of Belgium - Features the Jews of Morocco. Includes details of exhibitions, acquisitions, genealogy, and events. Located in Brussels. [French and English]
Mercaz Har HaBayit - Temple Mount Information Center - Features a model of the Third Beit HaMikdash (Temple) according Yechezkel's (Ezekiel's) vision, maps and pictures of the Temple Mount, past, present and future and educational programs. Includes hours and free admission. Donations accepted. Located in Jerusalem, Israel.
National Museum of American Jewish History - National Museum of American Jewish History. Exhibits and special events in Philadelphia, PA.
Meta Description: [ The National Museum of American Jewish History’s mission is to present educational programs and experiences that preserve, explore and celebrate the history of Jews in America. Our purpose is to connect Jews more closely to their heritage and to inspire in people of all backgrounds a greater ap... ]
The Babylonian Jewry Heritage Center Museum - Presents the history of Jews of Babylon over a period of 2700 years, from their exile from Israel to the 20th century. Includes an on-line guided tour.
Meta Description: [ The Babylonian ( Iraqi ) Jewry Heritage
Center is both a research center and museum. It publishes research and
newsletters and holds conferences. It maintains strong ties with jews from Iraq
in the Diaspora. Join us on an exciting and memorable tour of the center's
wide range of a... ]
The Jewish Museum - Collections on the history of the Jewish community in Britain, the Holocaust, and ceremonial art. Includes details of exhibitions and events, educational services, Friends membership, hours, admission and directions. Located in London.
Meta Description: [ The Jewish Museum, London explores Jewish history, religion and culture in Britain and beyond, through exhibitions, events, and educational programmes. Its stunning collections depict the diversity of Jewish religious and community life. ]
The Jewish Museum New York - Presents Jewish culture through artistic and historical exhibits. Includes hours, details of collections and address of New York City location.
Meta Description: [ The Jewish Museum in New York City explores 4,000 years of art and Jewish culture. ]
The Mizel Museum - Exhibits and programs describing the Jewish experience, ceremonies and festivals. Includes gallery, educational programs, museum history, membership information, and a newsletter. Located in Denver, Colorado.
U. Nahon Museum of Italian Jewish Art - Jerusalem museum exhibiting Italian Torah Arks and religious objects from the Renaissance and Baroque periods.
Meta Description: [ Jerusalem Italian Jews Association: U. Nahon Museum of Italian Jewish Art, Conegliano Synagogue,Research Center, Restoration Workshop. ]
Ukrainian Museum of Historical Jewellery - Collection features over 400 silver ritual objects, used during the ceremonies in synagogues. Items include Torah crown, Rimmonim, shields, breastplates, Tefillin box, Besamin and Yad. Catalog, photos and donation request.
Meta Description: [ Ukraine. Museums. Judaica. Jewish ritual objects from Ukrainian museums. Torah Crown, Rimmonim, Rimmon, Breastplate, Torah shield, Yad, Torah pointer, Besamim, Kiddush Cup, Teffilin box, Megillah Esther, Etrog Container, Mezuzah, Hanukkah Lamp.Judaica. Ukraine. Museum. Collection. Judaica. ]
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