Major+Groups






 * The groups of Judaism are also called movements. The movements of Judaism have smaller groups within them. The four main movements are Conservative Judaism, Orthodox Judaism, Reconstructionist Judaism, and Reform Judaism. **

One of the largest groups of Judaism is the Conservative group. People in this group are more relaxed when it comes to obeying the rules of the Torrah. The follow a modern version of the beliefs and feel that they are still serving their religious leaders just as others. An example of this could be the fact that people could ride in their cars to worship instead of walking. "Conservative Jews believe that Jewish law, by its very nature, is capable of evolution as humans learn more about interpreting the Torah (the first five Books of the Hebrew Bible). ". The quote is saying how Conservative jews believe that Judaism can grow as the world and jewish people modernize and it is capable of evolution by its very nature. []
 * Conservative Judaism: **

Orthodox Judaism is a more strict interpretation of Judaism. It has 2 types. They are Modern Orthodox and Ultra Orthodox. Orthodox Jews beleive that the laws of the Torrah are eternal and not alterable. They believe that you must follow the 13 statements of faith exactly with no alterations or otherwise you are not of the same faith. They are expected to not commit murder or idoltary, observe Shabbat, practice Kashrut, and follow the laws of family purity. []
 * Orthodox Judaism: **

Reconstructionst is a much smaller group of Jews. It is a modern form like Conservative Judaism, it is also very American-based. Reconstructionist started out as a branch of Conservative but then broke off and formed its own movement. They believe that Judaism can evolve and its practicers can make their own decisions in education and their own personal values. According to their beliefs, a Jew should incorporate the Jewish law and traditions into their lives, unless they have other reasons not to. []
 * Reconstructionist Judaism: **

Reform Judaism is also called Liberal or Progressive Judaism. Reform Jewish practicers believe that the Torah should be used as a foundation and a way of life to follow. However, they also believe that the only way to change the traditions and practices is if it is necessary to do so to survive in society. They can adapt and change only in, means of survival in everyday life. Reform Judaism was also the first movement to allow women to become presidents of their synagogues and allow them to become rabbis. A synagogue is a Jewish house of worship and a rabbi is like a Christian priest. []
 * Reform Judaism: **