Judaism originated with Abraham and his descendants, including Isaac, Jacob, and Jacob's 12 sons who became the 12 tribes of Israel. The Torah contains the five books of Moses and is a holy book for Jews. Core beliefs include that there is one God who created the world and has given 613 commandments for Jews to follow, most importantly the Ten Commandments. Jerusalem and synagogues are important places of worship. Rites of passage include bar/bat mitzvahs and following kosher dietary laws and observing the Sabbath. Major holidays include Purim, Chanukah, and Yom Kippur.

1. JUDAISM

2. Origin of Judaism Judaism begins with Abraham, who came to believe in one Supreme Being, Then his son Isaac, then Isaac's son Jacob, and then Jacob's 12 sons who were the twelve tribes of Israel. Later they were captured by the Egyptians and became slaves for many years until Moses, along with his family led the Children of Israel out of Egypt and to the Promised Land

3. Holy Writings & Core Beliefs The Torah is a holy book for all Jewish people, it contains the five books of Moses and a section called profits. The Rabbi reads from the torah during the Sabbath. The Mitzvot are the 613 commandments believed to be from God, but the ten commandments are the most important ones. Most of them are not laws the are rules to live by to make you a better person. Judaism believes there is one God who created and rules the world. This God is all powerful, all knowing and in all places at all times. God is also just and merciful. Each person is created in the image of one God. Therefore, all people are created equal. People have freewill and are responsible for the choices they make

6. This is how much Judaism people live in the world, comparing to the other religions

7. Some Symbols & Their Meaning This is a Tallit, it is usually worn in a Synagogue. The strings at the bottom represent all of the Mitzvahs (commandments) and sometimes worn by some under their cloths' Star of David, the six pointed star, also called a Magen David (shield of David). The Shofar is a ram’s horn blown before and during the month before Rosh Hashanah (New Years), to remind people of their responsibilities and to wake them up.

8. Celebrations & Holidays Purim: Purim is one of the most joyous and fun holidays on the Jewish calendar. It commemorates a time when the Jewish people living in Persia were saved from extermination. A common treat at this time of year is hamentaschen (lit. Haman's pockets). These triangular fruit-filled cookies are supposed to represent Haman's three-cornered hat, or pointy ears. Chanukkah, the Jewish festival of rededication, also known as the festival of lights, and it is eight days long. A candle is lit each of the eight days. There is eating fried foods; playing with a dreidel (a top) and gift giving. Yom Kippur: Yom Kippur is probably the most important holiday of the Jewish year. The name "Yom Kippur" means "Day of Atonement," and that pretty much explains what the holiday is. This day is, essentially, your last appeal, your last chance to change the judgment, and to demonstrate your repentance and make amends.

9. Modern day vs. History. A judge brings Ten commandments to see at court, but the law says not to. The judge gets judged. He is a very religious Jewish man, And he really argues about them disagreeing, And he’s fired.