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Question 1

What is the Jewish scriptures known as?

Answer 1

The Jewish scriptures are known as the Tenakh.

Question 2

What are the three parts of the Tenakh?

Answer 2

The Tenakh is made up of the: 1. Torah 2. Nevi’im 3. Ketuvim.

Question 3

What do Orthodox Jews believe about the Torah?

Answer 3

Orthodox Jews believe that the Torah is the literal word of God.

Question 4

What characterizes Orthodox Judaism?

Answer 4

Orthodox Judaism is the most strict type and believes that following the laws is important.

Question 5

What do Liberal and Reform Jews believe about the Torah?

Answer 5

Liberal and Reform Jews believe that the Torah is the inspired word of God and should be interpreted considering modern life and issues.

Question 6

What do Judaism and Christianity share?

Answer 6

Judaism and Christianity share the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible).

Question 7

What is the Jewish belief about Jesus?

Answer 7

Jewish people do not believe that Jesus was the son of God and do not use the New Testament.