Judaism rituals have helped the religion remain among the most prominent in the world. The use of tradition and rituals has been at the very core of its existence. Birth, adolescence, marriage and death rituals highlight how Judaism is not dependent upon the written word but rather on the actions of adherence to the Jewish religion.

The largest three faiths in the world today, Judaism, Islam, and Christianity, were all born from the same prophet. Abraham is the centerpiece from which all three of these religions materialized. They are all monotheistic; they believe in the one God, Allah, Elohim, Yalweh, or the Father, depending on the religion.

An overview of the three main sects of Judaism in the ancient world: the Pharisees, the Sadducees, and the Essenes. Appearing in the time of a deteriorating monarchical government, these three sects developed traditions and lifestyles to fit their beliefs and preferred forms of governed society, and they all made significant contributions to the growth of Judaic society.

Facts about the Jewish religion, including its origins with Abraham and its practices and traditions, such as Passover.