Judaism For Dummies, 2nd Edition

Learn to:

• Explore the full spectrum of Judaism
• Grasp the spiritual depth of the faith and practice
• Discover the rituals, ideas, and terms woven into everyday Jewish life

A fascinating look at what being Jewish is all about

If you want to reconnect with your Jewish heritage, or if you're just curious about the Jewish experience, then this updated guide is for you. In Judaism For Dummies, you'll discover key Jewish beliefs and traditions, understand the importance of Jewish history, learn about Jewish holiday celebrations, and much more.

• Judaism 101 — get to know the basic practices and ethical foundations of Judaism, like kosher laws, what happens in worship services, and what Judaism says about war and the environment
• The wheel of life — discover how Judaism honors and celebrates the major stages of life with rituals, including the bris (circumcision and naming for boys), brit bat (welcoming and naming for girls), Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, weddings, and funeral rites
• A fascinating history — delve into the highlights and the low points of Jewish history — from the Biblical stories to modern day — focusing on what you need to know and why you need to know it
• Take action — explore every major Jewish holiday, from the weekly Shabbat to the week-long Sukkot, and how they're celebrated and observed

Open the book and find:

• People you should know about
• Answers to common questions about Judaism
• A quick, easy-in/easy-out guide to prayers and blessings
• A calendar of Jewish holidays
• Spiritual and historical components of Judaism
• The day-to-day aspects of being Jewish
• Recipes for traditional Jewish foods