Basics of Judaism
- Basic Values and Morality
- Chosen People
- G-d and Torah
- Heaven and Hell
- Other Denominations
- Reward and Punishment
- Science and Torah
- Sin and Repentance
- The Messiah
- Who is a Jew?
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If G-d Only Revealed Himself to Me..
Good afternoon. I have asked this question of many for years and still struggle to find an answer that really speaks to me:Â Why should I fulfill Mitzvot (commandments) if I cannot be convinced beyond a reasonable doubt in the…
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The Concept of Angels
Could you please help me to find out about the meaning of angels? Answer: Hi, Thanks for asking a fantastic question. The concept of angels in Judaism is very different than in other religions. I always start out by asking…
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Understanding the Sacrifice of Isaac
Can you direct me to any texts debating whether Abraham failed G-d’s test when he was willing to proceed with the sacrifice of Isaac? Answer: You will not find any real source material stating that Abraham failed the test because…
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Why did Hevel (Abel) have to die?
Cain had murdered his brother. But considering that nothing can come about without G’ds permission, what sin did Hevel do to deserves being killed by his brother? Answer: Hi! I am fascinated by your question, based, as it is, on…
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Not Accepting an Apology
If I attempt to apologize and explain to another person my sincere belief that I was wrong, and they do not wish to listen, or by inaction do not allow me to voice my feelings, have they wronged me in…
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If G-d Always Helps, Why Should I?
I understand that while we want to be the ones doing good things for other people- G-d will take care of them regardless. If so, how can a person be motivated to do kindness for another person out of care/concern/wanting…
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Fishing for Sport
Since fishing for food is permitted is fishing for sport permitted? When a fisherman goes fishing he can not determine if his catch is going to be kosher or not. Is he permitted to fish for sport (ie the fish…
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Proof of an Oral Torah
I know that there is the torah, the written one, but where does it say anything about the Oral Torah? Answer: There is actually at least one clear reference to the Oral Law in the Written Torah: “When the Lord…
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Centrality of Tanach
As a teacher, how do I give my students an idea of how people of the Jewish faith perceive scripture? Is such a thing possible? What are the central texts for Judaism? I would very much like to impart to…