Judaism 101
Judaism 101: The Counting of the Omer
Provides historical background. Also explains why it is that Jews count the Omer. Provides the dates of Lag B'Omer.
Judaism 101
Judaism 101: Ashkenazic and Sephardic Jews
Learn the differences between the Ashkenazic and Sephardic Jews from this site.
University of Calgary
University of Calgary: Conservative Judaism
Covers history of the development of the Conservative movement. Also discusses major beliefs of conservative Jews.
Judaism 101
Judaism 101: Moses, Aaron and Miriam
An excellent overview of Moses, Aaron, and Miriam from the book of Exodus from a Jewish perspective.
Other
New York Public Library: Exhibitions: Three Faiths: Judaism, Christianity, Islam
Rare illuminiated manuscripts form the basis of an exhibition of the three Abrahamic faiths.
Other
Mishpacha: Death and Mourning in Judaism
Discusses the stages of mourning. Defines and describes the shiva.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Open Course Ware: Jewish History From Biblical to Modern Times
Outlining the history of Judaism, find a broad collection of resources to enhance lessons and discussions.
University of Calgary
University of Calgary: s.r. Hirsch: "Religion Allied to Progress"
This essay is written by Hirsch himself. He defends Orthodox Judaism and discusses his beliefs on religion.
University of Calgary
University of Calgary: Hellenism Revisited
This University of Calgary site defines Hellenism. It also discusses Hellenism and its relationship with Judaism. Descriptions of Maccabees as Hellenists are included.
University of Calgary
University of Calgary: Moses Mendelssohn
An essay written by Mendelssohn, who defines Judaism and discusses his feelings towards it.
History Teacher
Historyteacher.net: Global Studies: Judaism & Early Jewish History Quiz
Ten multiple choice question quiz is self scored and tests your comprehension of Judaism and early Jewish history.
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: Conversion
This site explores the requirements for conversion to Judaism. Also discusses how different branches of Judaism view conversion. Touches on Israel's view of conversion.
Judaism 101
Judaism 101: Aseret Ha Dibrot: The "Ten Commandments"
Understand the Aseret ha-Dibrot of the Jewish tradition. This article draws on the differences between the Ten Commandments of Christian faiths and the 613 of the Jewish faith.
Judaism 101
Judaism 101: Rabbis, Priests & Other Religious Functions
This site provides a basic overview of the functions performed by a rabbi, chazzan, gabai, kohein, levi, rebbe, and tzaddik. The overviews are thoughtful and convey the information in an easy to read format.
Judaism 101
Judaism 101: Magen David
A nice description and history of the famous Jewish symbol. The information is from an Orthodox view.
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: Judasim
This resource presents a wealth of information regarding the Jewish religion. Content ranges from ancient Jewish history to holidays and festivals, to the importance of the synagogue.
Jewish Museum
Jewish Museum: The Dead Sea Scrolls: Mysteries of the Ancient World
View this special online exhibition showing at the Jewish Museum that explores the discovery of the ancient Dead Sea scrolls in 1947 providing much information "about the development of early Judaism and Christianity". The exhibit...
Smart History
Smarthistory: Jewish History 1750 to Ww Ii
Overview of Jewish history from the Enlightenment to the Holocaust. Includes a discussion of the Reform and Orthodox movements, Hasidic Judaism, Zionism, and pogroms. With links to additional resources.
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McGraw Hill
Glencoe Literature: The Chosen Study Guide [Pdf]
Refer to this twenty-two page study guide for information on author Chaim Potok and his novel, "The Chosen." Includes detailed background information on Judaism and the novel's setting, as well as activities, discussion questions, and...
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: The Messiah
Discusses Judaism's five beliefs about the Messiah. Also contrasts Jews' view of the Messiah with that of Christians. Provides historical background.
Library of Congress
Loc: From Haven to Home: 350 Years of u.s. Jewish Life
This in-depth online exhibit features more than two hundred treasures of American Jewish life from the Library of Congress and other cultural institutions.
Other
Catholic Encyclopedia: Pharisees
This resource presents a detailed history of the development of the Pharisees, a politico-religious sect of ancient Judaism.
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