Synonyms for

Judaism

Verb / ˈdʒu:deɪˌɪzʌm / / ˈdʒu:di:ˌɪzʌm / Another word for judaism — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Judaism is a religion that is based on the belief in one God and the belief that the Jewish people are God's chosen people.

Synonyms & similar words

jewishreligion hebraism judaism monotheism Zionism Israelism Hebrewism Judaismism Judahism Judeism

Synonyms by register

Formal

Mosaic law Hebrew tradition Talmudic tradition

Antonyms

atheism paganism secularism irreligion heathenism agnosticism

Common collocations

  • Orthodox Judaism
  • Reform Judaism
  • Conservative Judaism
  • practicing Judaism
  • ancient Judaism
  • modern Judaism
  • Jewish faith

Word family

noun Jew
adjective Jewish

Usage note

Judaism refers to the monotheistic religion of the Jewish people. It is not typically used in informal contexts, and direct antonyms are rare, often referring to opposing belief systems rather than direct opposites.

Example sentences

  1. Judaism is one of the oldest religions in the world.
  2. Many Jewish people celebrate Hanukkah as part of their Judaism faith.
  3. Judaism is practiced by millions of people around the world.
  4. My neighbor studies Judaism at the local synagogue.
  5. Judaism has many different branches and traditions.

Quotes

  • In Judaism, there are 613 biblical commandments, and the Talmud has countless more, so there's always something to improve upon. - Bob Saget
  • I'm not a practicing Jew, but I am Jewish, so it's part of my culture and my heritage. I consider myself more of a spiritual person than a religious person, but I'm proud of my Judaism. - Sarah Gadon
  • Judaism is important to me as a sustained act of rebellion against a world that exists only in binary. - Rachel Bloom

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