jews and shi Flashcards

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Orthodox Judaism

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Believes God wrote the 613 laws of the Torah and these should not be changed. All laws must be followed.

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Reform Judaism

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Believes Moses wrote the Torah, so not all rules need to be followed. The religion can adapt and change over time.

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Eastern religions

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Polytheistic (belief in many gods), focus on meditation and self-centered practices to calm the mind.

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Western religions

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Monotheistic (belief in one God), focus on prayers and outward practices like charity and good deeds.

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Puja

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Worship and honor deities or celebrate events

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Bar Mitzvah

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Jewish coming-of-age ceremony for boys, taking on religious responsibilities.

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Buddhist Meditation

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Achieve enlightenment or nirvana.

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