Question

How did the religious beliefs of the Hebrews differ from other groups?

Answer 1

Answer:

• Judaism is a monotheistic religion (one god)
• Jesus was a false prophet
• Son of God has yet to come to Earth
• Deny Jesus resurrected on Easter
• Differing opinions on afterlife (debate on whether there is one)
• Holy worship on Saturday
• Moses or Abraham as founder rather than Jesus
• Not exclusive to one nationality or race
• Could be kosher: observe and eat certain foods, usually restrictions on meat
• Observe different holidays and wear religious garments like kippot/prayer shawl

Explanation:

• Some religions are polytheistic and believe in many gods/entities
• Different beliefs against Jesus (compared to Catholicism or Christianity)
• Most religions have one opinion on afterlife, usually dualistic (heaven and hell)
• Islam holy worship Friday, Christianity Sundays