Where do Orthodox Jews believe Christians will spend eternity?
Q. Christians believe Jesus is the Messiah but Orthodox Jews do not believe that Jesus is God. I am a born again Christian and support Israel with money for Israeli orphanages and love the nation of Israel because my Messiah was Jewish. I am thankful that the US backs the Israel and I would even more if possible. Where do Orthodox Jews believe Christians will spend eternity?
Asked by JASON A - Tue Sep 25 22:15:41 2007 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It is not so much what do Orthodox Jews believe, so much as what Jewish Law states. Non-Jews who observe the six Noahide laws are worthy of the World to Come. Jews, on the other hand, must obey far more commandments. .
Answered by Ivri_Anokhi - Wed Sep 26 02:53:50 2007

Why do Orthodox Jews seem distant and unfriendly when out in public ?
Q. I've noticed that whenever I see the Orthodox Jews who live around where I live out walking they all seem very distant and like they're in their own little world. For instance, they never seem to look at people when they're out walking or say hi to anyone (I've noticed other people act more neighborly and do say hi etc..) Has anyone else noticed this? Do they act like this because they're afraid of being ridiculed by "outsiders"?
Asked by Joey R - Thu Jan 8 02:10:07 2009 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments

A. In my neck of the woods, the Orthodox are quite friendly and neighborly. Perhaps the folks where you live haven't treated them very well. All the best.
Answered by ozboz48 - Thu Jan 8 18:13:31 2009

What do Orthodox Jews consider scripture?
Q. In Christianity, I have been taught that the Word of God is the Old and New Testament. We are to believe that the entire Word of God is holy and infallible and that we are to follow it. What do Orthodox Jews consider to be the Word of God and are there other works which are just as important to believe in and follow?
Asked by Dawn Messenger - Tue Jan 13 08:11:33 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. As far as we are concerned, only the Torah (Five books of Moses) and the Mishnah (oral law) are the direct words of G-d. Nevi'im (Prophets) and Ketuvim (Writings) are sonsidered to have been written under prophetic influence (nevi'im a higher level of prophetic insight than that of Ketuvim). Torah + Nevi'im + Ketuvim is what is known as Tanakh and badly translated into Christian scriptures as the Old Testament. So- the Tankah and Mishnah are what we follow and are the only things we follow. the rest of the writings we study are commentaries on those. thus the Talmud is a combination of the mishnah plus commentaries on it; other books are either commentaries on the Torah, other sections of the Tanakh or the Talmud and its… [cont.]
Answered by allonyoav - Tue Jan 13 08:34:04 2009

How do Orthodox Jews traditionally "date" or meet their spouses?
Q. Do most of them usually do it through a matchmaker or just meet potential Jewish spouses like anyone else would? Do Modern Orthodox Jews use matchmakers? my mother's family are Orthodox Jews and since I want to start being a religious Jew I'm going to go live with them for awhile. maybe they will help me meet someone to potentially marry, but they are more so Charedi, not modern orthodox.
Asked by Hannah (Jews rule!) - Thu May 28 13:31:02 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It depends on the denomination of the person. Modern Orthodox (and many mainstream Orthodox) couples pretty much meet like secular people do - at weddings, events, synagogue, through friends, etc, or on online sites like frumster or sawyouatsinai (there are quite a few dating sites that are only for religious Jews, so while some use Jdate, most stick to ones where they're less likely to meet someone who's not serious about Judaism.) Chareidi Jews meet through the shidduch system. A shidduch is an arranged date with the intention of considering marriage. The way it works is either through family, friends, or a shadchan (matchmaker). This can be really informal, with a friend saying "hey, I have a potential shidduch for you" and… [cont.]
Answered by Michelle R - Thu May 28 16:21:08 2009

For Orthodox Jews what are the implications of having pets?
Q. especially dogs or birds, I want a dog or a parrot but my parents told me no way, we are Orthodox Jews and my parents have never gotten us any pets. What would be problems with having a dog or a parrot and are there ways around the problems? (only answer if you know)
Asked by Leah - Sun Apr 19 21:36:19 2009 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments

A. There are various rulings about this- depending on which posek you go by. So depending on which sect of Orthodox Judaism you are in, the answer varies. Modern Orthodox generally does not have an issue. Birds and fish especially are easy to keep since you can easily look after them on Shabbos. Dogs and cats can be an issue- especially long haired dogs. How come? On Shabbos we do not even use a brush or comb which may pull hair out- a shedding dog of cat would come under this same ruling- with the additional problem that merely touching them could cause hair to come out when they are shedding! An additional problem with all pets is that they are considered to be muktze by many poskim, meaning they cannot be touched. However, there is… [cont.]
Answered by allonyoav - Mon Apr 20 04:41:23 2009

What are some of the major beliefs of orthodox Jews?
Q. Are any of you orthodox Jews? I'd like to learn more about the culture, beliefs, etc. Thanks!
Asked by Tchau Bela - Sat Jul 11 22:11:59 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The simplest summary is Rambam's 13 Principles of faith: 1. I believe with perfect faith that G-d is the Creator and Ruler of all things. He alone has made, does make, and will make all things. 2. I believe with perfect faith that G-d is One. There is no unity that is in any way like His. He alone is our G-d He was, He is, and He will be. 3. I believe with perfect faith that G-d does not have a body. physical concepts do not apply to Him. There is nothing whatsoever that resembles Him at all. 4. I believe with perfect faith that G-d is first and last. 5. I believe with perfect faith that it is only proper to pray to G-d. One may not pray to anyone or anything else. 6. I believe with perfect faith that all the words of the prophets… [cont.]
Answered by Michelle R - Sun Jul 12 02:48:30 2009

what happens on shabbat day for orthodox jews?
Q. What are the things that orthodox jews will do on shabbat day? Do they go to the synagogue 3 times? What else do they do? Thanks
Asked by Pixie - Sat Jun 6 13:46:22 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. friday afternoon I buy food for shabbat and cook it about 45 mins before nightfall I put it in the oven on warm and head of to synagogue to say afternoon prayers for friday. After those prayers while we are still waiting for nightfal and the beginning of Shabbat, the Rabbi gives a short "Dvar Torah" word of Torah to pass the time. Then we say "Kaballat Shabbas" reception for the Sabbath (about 4 pages) and then proceed to the Evening Service (maariv) (about 10 pages) If I had a wife, she would light the shabbat candles at home (with me in mind to include me in the lighting). By now it is shabbat. I then go back home and have my meal. First I say "kiddish" (sanctification) on a cup of wine. In judaism there is an important concept… [cont.]
Answered by Solomon - Sun Jun 7 18:13:47 2009

Can anyone recommend online resources for questions about life and rituals of ultra orthodox jews? ?
Q. I have to do research for something I write (not in english), that concerns partly the ultra orthodox (haredi) jewish community. I did find some websites, but I was wondering whether there is one, that actually permits me to ask some questions about their culture, life etc. I don't want to bore this board with all those religious issues... Thanks, I appreciate it!
Asked by Nitschewo - Mon Sep 1 14:49:44 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. - - - - - Here is a tip: Ultra Orthodox Jews dont like to be called that for one reason or another so in your paper dont use Ultra Orthodox as much but rather Hasidic or Haredi.
Answered by vansemmanuel JPA - Mon Sep 1 15:15:44 2008

How do Orthodox Jews Celebrate Shabbat/Sabbath Differently at home and in the Synagogue?
Q. Any information on this would be really helpful, could you also list where you have got your information from if possible please. Thanks.
Asked by JayKae Kylagh Sole - Sat Apr 18 06:50:14 2009 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Probably the most striking way that Orthodox Jew celebrate the Sabbath from the way the scriptural Jews celebrated the Sabbath in their day is the actual day the Sabbath is celebrated. Today's Orthodox Jew celebrates the Sabbath from Friday night to Saturday night. To do this, one has to use the Gentile calendar or the Gregorian calendar. ***Three Periods of History The history of a Jewish Calendar is divided into three periods: the Biblical, the Talmudic, and the post Talmudic. During the Biblical period the understanding of the Calendar was based entirely upon the observation of the sun and the moon.*** Scriptural Jews celebrated the Sabbath according to the Jewish or lunar calendar. ***The Lunar Calendar The system of keeping… [cont.]
Answered by DS M - Sun Apr 19 00:12:56 2009

How are Orthodox Jews different than Hasidic Jews?
Q. basically what the questions is.. but meaning what belifs are different?
Asked by ash R. - Wed Oct 21 21:13:48 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Well, you have to keep in mind that "Orthodox Judaism" is a broad term. The Orthodox Shul that I associate with is a fairly liberal Orthodox, in that they follow the principles of Orthodoxy while having a rabbi that plays the guitar during services, dresses informally and maintains his own blog and twitter account. On the other side of the scale, you have the Chasidic, who dress all in black, shave their heads, isolate themselves from the rest of society and refuse to shake hands with women. In short, the only difference between a Hasidic Jew and a "Modern Orthodox" Jew is how strictly they follow the Law.
Answered by HRM Brian - Sat Oct 24 10:58:34 2009

Why is it so many orthodox Jews travel to Aberystwyth every the summer?
Q. Shay P, they most certainly do. Dart, if what you suggest was the case, then maybe they would settle there? It's just one, perhaps two weeks in the summer when the whole town is host to hundreds of orthodoz Jews. Othodox, sorry
Asked by DavinaOpines - Wed Nov 19 15:08:43 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Vacation.
Answered by The Sage - Thu Nov 20 16:30:27 2008

Do Jewish people, especially Orthodox Jews beleive the Messiah will come?
Q. I'm not looking for antisemitic remarks or people saying if somebody does not believe in Jesus they won't be saved. I just want to know what the Jewish religion teaches about the Messiah since the concept did come to Christianity from Judaism.
Asked by Rubym - Thu Sep 25 14:21:28 2008 - - 16 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Of course Jews believe in the concept of a Messiah. In fact, it is one of the thirteen principle of Judaism that the Messiah will come. However, unlike Christians, the Jews do not believe the Messiah is Jesus nor that the Messiah has come already. Jews are still waiting for the day that the Messiah comes and brings peace and salvation upon the world. Oh, and a previous answer referred to a custom of placing a cup of wine on a certain night for the Messiah. This is a mistaken reference to the Cup of Elijah on the night of Passover. The Cup of Elijah has nothing to do with the Messiah and the legend that Elijah actually drinks from the cup has no source in Jewish literature.
Answered by blspark1 - Thu Sep 25 18:44:14 2008

Why is it important to orthodox Jews to observe the 613 rules today?
Q. Why is it important to orthodox Jews to observe the 613 rules today?
Asked by Terry P - Mon May 18 13:41:54 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Hashem (G-d) created us, He knows what's best for us. If someone wants to use a computer, they refer to the manual. The Torah is the manual for Jews. It doesn't matter what society does, we are commanded in the Torah not to assimilate to society. It's as simple as that.
Answered by carin b - Tue May 19 21:57:41 2009

Are Orthodox Jews allowed to write with pen and paper on their Sabbath? Can they go to the beach?
Q. And write in the sand? Serious questions actually, TY.
Asked by Love Branch - Tue Aug 4 15:08:23 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Orthodox Jews are not allowed to write with a pen (or pencil, or crayon, or paint) on the Sabbath - creating a permanent mark is in one of the 39 prohibited categories of work - if you want more info on them, you can find a great summary here: There is no truth to the statement that Orthodox Jews can not open (or close) a window on the Sabbath, unless it was operated electronically or triggered an alarm - in which case, the problem would be in completing the electric circuit, not anything to do with the actual window. While going to the beach is allowed on the Sabbath, swimming is prohibited, as is building sand castles. And going to the beach just to lay out is not seen as being in the spirit of the Sabbath. Plus there is a law… [cont.]
Answered by Michelle R - Tue Aug 4 15:39:19 2009

Do all Orthodox Jews know Hebrew? Will I be lost attending an Orthodox synagogue?
Q. I don't know how to read Hebrew or even really understand it when its spoken. I want to become observant but I was raised very secular. Will I be completely lost and not even know what I'm listening to if I attend services at an Orthodox synagogue? How do I get along? Will I be out of place?
Asked by Daniel - Sat May 23 22:17:36 2009 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Observant services usually carry prayer books that have both Hebrew and English or Hebrew and Spanish, or whatever your natural language is. It is nice to be able to read in Hebrew, but not the whole reason to be there. Lots of religious Jews were once secular and many only learned to read, but not understand, some have learn to speak it, so it depends on you. It is what's behind your prayers to God that counts, how much you put your heart, mind and soul into it. God listens to all prayers, and if you are really sincere it doesn't matter. ArtScroll and Feldheim publishers sell handy pocketbook size prayer books for weekday and one for the Sabbath and holidays. You can get also "transliteration" versions, where you get the Hebrew and… [cont.]
Answered by Yusofa's 3 Tribes & 2 Clans - Sun May 24 01:22:10 2009

Any politically conservative Jews out there that aren't not Conservative or Orthodox Jews?
Q. I am a reform and very conservative. Any other reform Jews out there that are also politically conservative?
Asked by MLeinart7 - Thu Mar 12 14:40:08 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Of course there are. My last boyfriend was reform and conservative. I, on the other hand, am reform and very liberal.
Answered by Forget War Buy More - Thu Mar 12 14:43:55 2009

can someone explain to me why Orthodox jews dress the way they do?
Q. Like the suit, the cap and the two pigtails ect. Just want to know what everything represents..
Asked by ^ PaLo ^ SAVE PALESTINE - Mon Apr 13 09:28:07 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The long strands of hair are called Pehot' The Holiness Code of the Torah appears to completely forbid the shaving of the corners of the head; as with many other parts of the Holiness Code, the Book of Ezekiel describes similar regulations, stating that the priests should not shave their heads, or let their locks grow long.However, there were clearly exceptions, with the Book of Ezekiel itself adding that priests should keep their hair trimmed, and the Priestly Code of the Torah arguing that, in certain cases of tzaraath, the hair should be completely shaved away. The Priestly Code additionally requires that Nazarites shave their heads, 7 days after any contact with corpses, and the Deuteronomic Code compels captive women to shave their… [cont.]
Answered by Shay p - Mon Apr 13 10:16:00 2009

question on the differences between haredi jews and orthodox jews?
Q. i was wondering is the main difference between the haredis and orthodox jews the fact that the haredis incorporate politics into their daily lives whereas orthodox jews are just very traditional and fully recognize israel and ar`nt bothered about the fact that the messiah hasent come where as the haredis are as well as other factors that orthodox jews ar`nt
Asked by JAMES - Tue Aug 28 07:44:24 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You're mixing up your labels- Hareidi Jews are a sub-division of Orthodox jews, along with Chassidim etc. Hareidi encompasses a wide group of Jewish sects- fromt he modern Orthox, to the traditional Orthodox to the ultra-Orthodox, though most people tend to identify only the ultra-Orthodox with Hareidi. Strictly speaking- Hareidi encompasses all the Jewish groups outside of the Chassidic groupings- the two making one of the big sub-divisions in Orthodox, and specifically Ashkenazi Orthodox Jews. Also- all Jews aren't bothered by the fact about the fact that the messiah has yet to come- he will come when he comes. What you are probably talking about is some of the more extremist sects- both Chareidi and Chassidic that don't recognises… [cont.]
Answered by allonyoav - Tue Aug 28 08:25:18 2007

Are Orthodox Jews allowed to work in a place in which they have to handle non-kosher foods?
Q. Is it permitted for Orthodox Jews to get jobs working in places in which they have to handle non-kosher foods in order to do the job (such as a deli or restaurant in which they had to make non-kosher sandwiches or pizzas for customers)?...or is even handling non-kosher foods not allowed for Orthodox Jews? Of course they would not actually be consuming the foods themselves.
Asked by Laura - Thu May 15 00:17:47 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It's allowed. The only prohibition is against eating it. However, you probably won't see someone visibly Orthodox working behind a food-service counter or in another public role at a non-kosher food establishment, because there is a prohibition against leading other Jews astray - if a man with a beard and yarmulke was seen working behind the counter at a KFC, a less-religious Jewish person might see him and think "KFC must be kosher!" and eat some as a result. Many Orthodox Jews won't even go into a McDonalds for a soda or cup of water (which is perfectly fine) because of this issue, that no one should see them going in and assume that the place is actually kosher. But behind the scenes - working in a hospital kitchen, or in a factory… [cont.]
Answered by Michelle R - Thu May 15 07:03:29 2008

How come Orthodox Jews and are so good at their religion?
Q. I've seen quite a few in my day, and I've yet to see one doing something BAD...For example, their boys aren't allowed to have lustful thoughts, so they never look women directly in the face. How come Christians aren't as observant of their religion? And how can we make ourselves as close to our religion as they? They are truly admirable :)
Asked by Obamarama - Thu Jul 3 17:38:17 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Never knew any orthodox Jews. It's true, many Christians need to clean up their act for sure!!!
Answered by Marz SFECU pray4revival - Thu Jul 3 17:43:10 2008