Like most religions, Judaism is also divided into a number of denominations. These are commonly referred to as sects or branches. Each of them has its own beliefs. Their differences are however based on how they interpret the Jewish scriptures rather than from their theological differences.
The orthodox Jews have a belief that Moses was given the whole Torah at Mount Sinai. They also believe that there are a total of six hundred and thirteen mitzvoth. This is what is said to bind them. The modern orthodox believers are strict observers of the Jewish law also known as Halakah. They however integrate with the modern society unlike the ultra-orthodox Jews.
The others are the conservatives. These are the ones who believe that the Torah was something that was given to man by God. Man then went ahead and had some additions to making it somewhat human. They feel that it should have some aspects that are more common to the society but still have some values belonging to the religion.
The other group present is referred to as the reform Judaism. The people practicing this feel that the Torah was written by various human sources. Their work was then later on combined. They are also against the binding nature of Jewish laws but retain certain values and ethics being practiced in the religion.
There are the re- constructionists; their belief is pretty much as a result of integration with civilization. Unlike the others, they are against the notion that the Jewish people are the chosen ones. And their value for the religion is out of it being cultural than for their respect for the law being from God.
There are also the ones known as humanistic. This is a sect introduced in 1963 by Sherwin T. Wine in Detroit. They insist on living a lifestyle that is entirely dependent of any supernatural authority. They enjoy a human- centered philosophy integrating it with the celebration of the culture while adhering to a number of humanistic values.
It is indeed possible for one to be converted into this religion. One should however realize that the requirements will be dictated by the particular denomination that one is interested in. Therefore a person should meet the relevant authorities and find out what is expected of him or her. From here, the details need to be followed and any questions that one has regarding any issue pertaining to the religion found out first.
There are certain requirements that are common among the various denominations. And they may or may not include some of the following. One of them is for the circumcision of the men who converts. There is also need for a sacrifice to be made. This is something that may be deferred in cases where a temple does not exist. It can then be satisfied once one has been built. Participating in the Talmud, is another thing that one may come across while trying to convert to Judaism. Once all the requirements have been achieved, the certificate of conversion may be issued to one.
The orthodox Jews have a belief that Moses was given the whole Torah at Mount Sinai. They also believe that there are a total of six hundred and thirteen mitzvoth. This is what is said to bind them. The modern orthodox believers are strict observers of the Jewish law also known as Halakah. They however integrate with the modern society unlike the ultra-orthodox Jews.
The others are the conservatives. These are the ones who believe that the Torah was something that was given to man by God. Man then went ahead and had some additions to making it somewhat human. They feel that it should have some aspects that are more common to the society but still have some values belonging to the religion.
The other group present is referred to as the reform Judaism. The people practicing this feel that the Torah was written by various human sources. Their work was then later on combined. They are also against the binding nature of Jewish laws but retain certain values and ethics being practiced in the religion.
There are the re- constructionists; their belief is pretty much as a result of integration with civilization. Unlike the others, they are against the notion that the Jewish people are the chosen ones. And their value for the religion is out of it being cultural than for their respect for the law being from God.
There are also the ones known as humanistic. This is a sect introduced in 1963 by Sherwin T. Wine in Detroit. They insist on living a lifestyle that is entirely dependent of any supernatural authority. They enjoy a human- centered philosophy integrating it with the celebration of the culture while adhering to a number of humanistic values.
It is indeed possible for one to be converted into this religion. One should however realize that the requirements will be dictated by the particular denomination that one is interested in. Therefore a person should meet the relevant authorities and find out what is expected of him or her. From here, the details need to be followed and any questions that one has regarding any issue pertaining to the religion found out first.
There are certain requirements that are common among the various denominations. And they may or may not include some of the following. One of them is for the circumcision of the men who converts. There is also need for a sacrifice to be made. This is something that may be deferred in cases where a temple does not exist. It can then be satisfied once one has been built. Participating in the Talmud, is another thing that one may come across while trying to convert to Judaism. Once all the requirements have been achieved, the certificate of conversion may be issued to one.
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