"Examine the ways in which according to Jewish teaching, belief in God influences human conduct."

... Danielle White 12.1 April 2nd 03 "Examine the ways in which according to Jewish teaching, belief in God influences human conduct." Jewish ethics are not systematic, but organic, and the term ethics is not to be found in literature. They grew out of different situations; Jewish literature does not mention ethics. Judaism is often described as an ethical monotheism -- a religion worshipping one God, with strong concern for issues of right and wrong in the world. For Judaism, all ethical issues ultimately flow from the nature of God -- his righteousness, his holiness, and his love. The dominant concern of Judaism has always been the question, 'And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God require of you?' (Deuteronomy 10:12) The bible and rabbinic literature all strive for an answer. It is particularly evident in the general statements of the prophets, and the specific mtizvot, an obligation to God. Mitzvah means commandment,

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