Branches of Judaism: A Comprehensive Guide to Jewish Denominations
Branches of Judaism
Introduction
Judaism, throughout history, has been divided into different groups, each with its own unique set of beliefs and practices. While these groups may differ in their interpretations of Jewish law and tradition, they remain united by their shared heritage and commitment to the Jewish people.
Ultra-Orthodox Judaism
Also known as Haredi, Ultra-Orthodox Judaism presents two doctrinal differences with Orthodox practice: a particularly devout lifestyle and a rejection of Zionism. It has two main branches:
Haredi Hasidism
Hasidic Judaism, also known as Chassidut, is an Ultra-Orthodox movement that originated in Poland in the early eighteenth century. Its founder was Rabbi Israel ben Eliezer, also known as the “Baal Shem Tov.” Hasidic Jews emphasize a joyful and mystical approach to Judaism, seeking to connect with God through prayer, music, and storytelling. They are currently divided into multiple trends.
Mitnagdim
Also Ultra-Orthodox, the Mitnagdim (Hebrew: îúðâãéí, opponents) reject some positions of Hasidism, such as the intensive study of the hidden part of the Torah. They are a more unified stream within Ultra-Orthodox Judaism.
Orthodox Judaism
Orthodox Judaism views religion as a unified whole, governed by the Supreme Law. It affirms that the Passover, Sabbath (Saturday), and all the precepts of the Torah (both the written and oral parts) were given by Yahweh himself to Moses some 3,300 years ago. Orthodox Jews believe that these laws apply to all generations and encompass all aspects of life. They see the Torah as a program for living, not just a set of sermons.
Conservative Judaism
Masorti Judaism or traditionalist (the Masoretic Hebrew, îñåøú “tradition”). This movement was founded in the United States through the fusion of two distinct groups: the Reformed Jews, who opposed the rejection of Jewish law, and orthodox Jews, who had moved away from the oral law. Emphasize that Jews constitute a nation, just as a religion and its observations of the law is limited.
Conservatives do not follow Jewish law in its entirety, but lean towards a free interpretation, not always based on the tradition of the sages. + +Reform Judaism Reform Judaism (also called “reformed”, “progressive”, “progressive” and “liberal”) defends individual autonomy with regard to the interpretation of religious precepts. However, among Reform Jews are the following approaches:
Rejection of sexual segregation and rights of women. Men and women pray in the synagogues renovated together. Lack of integrity in their interpretation of religious precepts. These requirements were written by people influenced by his society, and should not be interpreted literally, but appropriate to the context. Taking strong social commitment of the Messiah as a symbol of an idyllic society in compliance with the principles of peace and brotherhood, and not as an individual who will establish such an order. + + Karaite JudaismMain article: Karaite Judaism Judaism + + secular humanist secular Jews are those who belong to the Jewish people by ancestry, in accordance with the laws of Judaism but still strive to practice little or no Jewish laws. Most secular Jews are indifferent to Judaism, which forms a relatively small part of their identity. The latter’s unlike Jewish secular humanist humanistic Judaism seculares.El is a trend that sees man as the world center of Jewish life and, unlike other trends that underscore the centrality of God. For Jews, secular humanists and religious laws do not necessarily govern the behavior of the individual. This trend highlights the universal humanist values, which are based historically in Jewish sources. The various books of Judaism are highlighted as sources of inspiration for the concepts of freedom, justice, social justice, solidarity, respect and helping others, tolerance and so on.
This current, like the reform, is one attempt to adapt Judaism and make it compatible with the possibilities of secular and nationalist identities, which arise as a result of the French Revolution.