judaism

Everyday

(religion) Judaism is the religion of the Jewish people, who believe in one God who made a covenant with Abraham and gave the Torah to Moses. tree →

In the lessons

In RE pupils learn about the synagogue, the rabbi, the Torah, the Sabbath (Shabbat), kosher food, and festivals such as Passover, Hanukkah, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Judaism is one of the oldest religions; Christianity and Islam both grew from its roots. Phrases: Orthodox Judaism, Reform Judaism, convert to Judaism, the teachings of Judaism.

Examples

• Judaism teaches that there is one God. tree →
• The Torah is the most holy book in Judaism. tree →
• In Judaism, Shabbat begins on Friday evening. tree →
• We visited a synagogue to learn about Judaism. tree →
• Rachel's family follows Reform Judaism. tree →
• Judaism has many festivals with special foods. tree →

Note

Always capital J. A follower is a Jew; adjectives Jewish and Judaic. Say "JOO-day-iz-um". Being Jewish can mean faith, culture or family heritage — not all Jewish people are religious.