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Who is a Jew?
Who is a Jew is a controversial question.
Judaism Basics
Learn about the basic beliefs of Judaism, the different branches of Judaism, the conversion process, history of the Jewish people, Jewish holidays and lifecycle events, Israel, prayer and practice in Judaism, and the Torah.
Branches of Judaism
Jewish movements, often referred to as denominations, branches or sects of Judaism, differ from each other in some beliefs and thus in the way they observe Judaism.
Lifecycle Events
Articles about Jewish Lifecycle Events, including information about Hebrew names, Jewish naming customs, simchat bat and brit milah (bris) ceremonies, jewish weddings, and mourning practices.
Holiday Calendar
This calendar contains the 2007-2008 Gregorian calendar dates for all Jewish and Israeli holidays, festivals and days of mourning.

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