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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Proving G-d’s existence
How do we know that G-d exists? If it is our tradition that proves it…then how do we know which tradition is correct? There are several ways to demonstrate his existence. First, one should look at the incredible precision that…
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Who created G-d?
Who created G-d? I got into a conversation wtih one of my coworkers and said I am not sure sometimes that there is a G-d. He pointed out the following example and I believe he convinced me for sure that…
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Social Life of Orthodox Jews
Hi there. I am a born Jew searching for some answers to questions I have on the orthodox sect on the religion I’ve come to love. My question I have right now is more to do with the social aspects…
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Hell and Satan
Is Satan mentioned in the Torah? And do we as Jews believe in satan/hell? Answer: Satan is mentioned in the Bible, see the first few chapters of Job (and a few other places). However, it’s clear in the verses I…
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Drunk Driving
What is the halachic definition of driving drunk (at what point is a person obligated not to drive)? Is it after one sip of alcohol, one drink? Hi, The answer to the question has to parts: a. The Law: As…
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Being One with G-d
I was reading Akiva Tatz and the Tanya and it struck me that if I am part or one with god then how do I worship him? Aren’t I just worshipping myself? This seems so obvious to me. I want…
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Role of Women
What is the role of women in Judaism? Women are required to fulfill slightly fewer directives, but essentially must meet the same requirements and achieve the same goal as men.
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What Is Expected of Jews
What behavior is expected from Jews in Judaism? Jews are expected to adhere to God’s directives, which are themselves intended to instruct and accustom people to lead refined lives.
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Reincarnation
In his books, Dr. Brian Weiss, a Jewish Psychiatrist, determines that his patients have experienced past as well as future lives. And they can recall them under hypnosis. What is the Jewish view on reincarnation? Do our spirits continue to…