Ashura is an important holy day for Muslims who observe the day with religious zeal and fervor. The day holds great religious significance for Muslims due to the historical events associated with it. No, Jews do not celebrate Ashura; only Muslims do so. The day of Ashura doesn’t have any significance in Judaism; however, Jews … Read more
One of the interesting aspects of the Jewish lifestyle is the concept of ‘kosher’ which refers to food following certain restrictions. Some religions such as Hinduism prohibit meat consumption entirely, but are Jews vegetarian as well? What does the Torah say about this? No, While some abstain from all kinds of meat, others prefer meat … Read more
It’s a question that has perhaps crossed all our minds at some point: Do Jews celebrate birthdays? Yes, Jews do celebrate birthdays. Particular birthdays known as milestone birthdays are linked with Jewish religious duty and are celebrated by Jews with emphasis and ceremony. In this article, we’ll explore how birthdays are celebrated in Jewish culture, … Read more
Are you interested in converting to Judaism? Are you pursuing religious studies? No matter why you’re curious, exploring the Jewish practice of “baptism” is an interesting journey into spiritual cleansing. No, Jews do not participate in the traditional baptism ceremony, they do partake in purification rituals called tevilah which is the complete submersion of your … Read more
As Christmas rapidly approaches, have you ever wondered how different cultures and peoples celebrate Christmas? Mormonism is a faith that’s often shrouded in mystery and misconceptions, and so you may well be wondering if Mormons celebrate Christmas? Yes, Mormons celebrate Christmas. For Mormons or rather members of the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-day … Read more
When a person is trying to make choices surrounding their funeral and burial proceedings, they often look to their faith, should they practice one, to make decisions. Mormons, for instance, have some specific beliefs about death and what happens afterwards. So do Mormons believe in cremation, or do they have rules that prohibit it? Cremation … Read more
Thanksgiving has transformed from being observed by settlers in the United States and Canada to being a celebration of family and the year’s blessings. Typically, families get together and enjoy an elaborate meal while expressing what they’re thankful for. The Jewish faith has a lot of its own holidays, but do Jews celebrate Thanksgiving? Not … Read more
If you’re just looking for a short and quick answer, then look no further. Yes, people who practice the Jewish faith do, in fact, fast. But the when and why are a much more complicated answer. In total, practitioners of Judaism fast for six days a year, and those dates can be broken up between … Read more
To celebrate or not to celebrate? That is the question. While the Jewish faith doesn’t recognize Christmas and Easter on religious grounds, making the call on whether or not to partake in more secular holidays can be tricky. So, how do Jews feel about celebrating Halloween? Many Jews who associate Halloween with paganism, Christianity, and … Read more
With the marketing-fueled rush toward the holiday season after Black Friday, it is easy to forget that Christmas is a religious holiday deriving from the Christian faith. Do Jews celebrate Christmas, and if so, how do they celebrate it? The birth of Jesus Christ makes Christmas one of Christianity’s most important holidays. However, the same … Read more