Jewish culture and religious practices, though derived from centuries of wanderings in lands other than Israel, are rich in history, liturgy, superstition, belief in old world customs, biblically determined laws affecting behavior, agriculture, worship, commerce, etc. Judaism is much more than a culture or religion; it is a sub-civilization, an interlinked network of people, ideas, history, territory, activities, languages, property, liturgy, songs, hundreds of daily and holiday ritualistic practices, allegiance to ancient beliefs and practices and a special fellowship that embraces every Jew as like a family member.

After reading this booklet you will have sufficient knowledge to start and continue conversations, research and discover on your own, and to make strides in presenting your side of things to the edification of your Jewish brethren.