Jews (Hebrew: יְהוּדִים‎, ISO 259-2: Yehudim, Israeli pronunciation: [jehuˈdim]), or the Jewish people, are an ethnoreligious group [15] and nation, [16] originating from the Israelites of …

4 days ago · Jew, any person whose religion is Judaism. In a broader sense of the term, a Jew is any person belonging to the worldwide group that constitutes, through descent or conversion, …

The foundation of all Jewish beliefs, practices and scholarship is the Torah, known as the Five Books of Moses. Next come the Prophets and Writings (Neviim and Ketuvim in Hebrew).

Jan 5, 2018 · The origins of Jewish faith are explained throughout the Torah. According to the text, God first revealed himself to a Hebrew man named Abraham, who became known as the …

We’re building a vibrant Jewish future—rooted in care, belonging, and bold purpose. A future where every person feels seen and supported. Where Jewish learning thrives, Jewish …

Some elements of Jewish culture come from within Judaism, others from the interaction of Jews with host populations, and others still from the inner social and cultural dynamics of the …

Nov 3, 2025 · Even today the various Jewish groups—whether Orthodox, Conservative, or Reform —all claim direct spiritual descent from the Pharisees and the rabbinic sages. In fact, …

Jewish holidays are special days in the Jewish calendar, which celebrate moments in Jewish history, as well as central themes in the relationship between God and the world, such as …

In the time that has past since that covenant was made, the Jewish people have been exiled twice from their land and have inhabited almost every place in the world. Today, there are an …

The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati brings people and partners together to meet urgent needs, strengthen our sense of belonging, and build toward a future where Jewish life thrives.