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An Account of Jewish Food Laws and their Origins - Kashrut: The Jewish Dietary Laws
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An Account of Jewish Food Laws and their Origins Kashrut: The Jewish Dietary Laws Kashrut is what makes up the body of Judaism, and deals with what foods Jews can and cannot eat, as well as how those foods must be prepared in order to be considered "kosher" (fit to eat). "Kashrut" is derived from the Hebrew root Kaf-Shin-Resh, which means fit, correct and proper. The word "kosher" can also be used, and often is used, to describe ritual objects that are made in accordance with Jewish law and are fit for ritual use. Food that is not kosher is commonly referred to as treyf literally meaning "torn", from the commandment not to eat animals that have been torn by other animals. Basic Food Laws There are extensive laws in Judaism concerning food, but here are general rules upon which the rest are based, which I will elaborate on:- * Certain animals are simply...
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