The Jews established Talmudic Academies in Babylonia, also known as the Geonic Academies (from "Geonim", meaning "splendour" in Biblical Hebrew or "geniuses"), which became the …

Adapted from the Codex Judaica, a chronological index of Jewish history covering 5764 years of Biblical, Talmudic, & post-Talmudic history by Rabbi Mattis Kantor.

Oct 22, 2025 · Judaism is the complex phenomenon of a total way of life for the Jewish people, comprising theology, law, and innumerable cultural traditions. The first section of this article …

Encyclopedia of Jewish and Israeli history, politics and culture, with biographies, statistics, articles and documents on topics from anti-Semitism to Zionism.

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 …

Judaism evolved from the ancient Israelite religion, developing new conceptions of the priesthood, a focus on Written Law and scripture and the prohibition of intermarriage with non-Jews. [6]

Aug 4, 2023 · Judaism is considered one of the oldest monotheistic religions, with its roots dating back over 3,000 years. According to Jewish tradition and biblical accounts, Judaism was …

In this section, we will examine some of the developments in Jewish history that helped Jews retain a sense of religious identity and yet accommodate their faith to new cultures in which …

Judaism originates nearly 4,000 years ago in the Middle East with a couple named Abraham and Sarah, whom G‑d selected to start a new people, the chosen nation. G‑d commanded them to …

Oct 29, 2023 · This overview will explore key moments in Jewish history, from biblical times to the present day, shedding light on the enduring traditions, challenges, and contributions of Jewish …