Judaism originated around 2000 BCE in the land of Canaan, with its core beliefs tracing back to Abraham's covenant with God. It is one of the oldest monotheistic religions, with core beliefs including obedience to God and the Ten Commandments, males being circumcised on the 8th day, observing the Sabbath, and following kosher dietary laws. Sacred texts include the Torah, Talmud, and Mishnah, and important holidays are Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and Hanukkah. Though Judaism began in Israel, exile and diaspora have resulted in Jews living around the world today.