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Juxtapositions of Judaism

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Juxtapositions of Judaism Lori J. Gainer University of Phoenix, Austin Campus World Religious Traditions / REL 134 Dr. Grant Sisk October 15, 2007 Juxtapositions of Judaism With 14 million people identifying themselves as Jewish, there exists a disparity between what being Jewish means to these 14 million individuals. This identification encompasses those who consider themselves to be Orthodox Jews; who adhere to the strictest form of the faith, Reformed Jews; who practice a less stringent form of the religion, and Secular Jews; who claim no faith or association to the religious institution of Judaism but are of Jewish decent. Yet those identifying themselves as Jews, overall appear to be a proud people of extensive history. The history of the Jewish faith and people is fraught with triumph and tragedy, heartache and heroes. From the time of Abraham throughout the longevity of this people to current time, this group of people experienced a roller coaster...

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