Although they share similar beliefs and traditions, Orthodox Judaism is a strict sect of Judaism while the Conservative movement is centred on maintaining the balance between tradition and modernity. The Orthodox Jews are distinguished by interpreting every word of the Torah literally as well as traditions such as worshiping fully in Hebrew and viewing women’s priorities as being housewives. Conservative Judaism branches off by being more lenient with factors regarding Sabbath, the Torah’s laws and principles, and opposing segregation in the synagogue. Nonetheless, Conservative and Orthodox Judaism both believe in the divinity of the Torah, conducting synagogue services in Hebrew, as well as seeing themselves as the chosen ones. Given its comparable
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Firstly, the Conservative Jews have a more lenient system when it comes to limitations on the Sabbath. “…there is greater flexibility regarding some of the restrictions against labor on these sacred days [Sabbath], most notably permitting driving to the synagogue to attend services, which the Orthodox prohibit,” (Patheos). This is a more tolerant approach to meet the standards of modern society; unlike Orthodox Judaism, as on Sabbath, they must strictly refrain from any manner of labour. Additionally, the Conservative movement branches out from Orthodox Judaism in view of the fact that Conservative Judaism chooses to practice traditional Judaism while embracing modernity. “Conservative Judaism allows gradual change in law and practice, but only if the change is in harmony with Jewish tradition,” (BBC). Conservative Jews are more focused on maintaining the middle line between Jewish tradition and contemporary lifestyle instead of attempting to follow almost impossible rules that Orthodox Judaism sets out. Finally, one of the most significant differences between Conservative and Orthodox Judaism is its interpretation of Jewish law regarding the roles of women. “Men and women sit together in the [Conservative] synagogue; women can participate in services much as men do; and women can now become cantors as well as rabbis,” (Quinlan, 243). This is different …show more content…
Women 's roles in religious life are strongly curtailed in Orthodox Judaism and they manage to maintain the ancient traditions of Judaism such as interpreting the Torah literally. In contrast, segregation in the synagogue, as well as the gradual change in laws and traditions and restrictions on the Sabbath show a more lenient approach to Conservative Judaism. Despite that, the Torah in Conservative Judaism is no less sacred than in Orthodox Judaism and Conservative still preserves synagogue services in mostly Hebrew. In conclusion, in spite of the fact that Orthodox and Conservative Judaism share comparable beliefs and traditions to a certain degree, the Conservative sect is similar to Orthodox Judaism but focuses more on modifying Jewish tradition to fit into the changes in modern
Firstly, the Conservative Jews have a more lenient system when it comes to limitations on the Sabbath. “…there is greater flexibility regarding some of the restrictions against labor on these sacred days [Sabbath], most notably permitting driving to the synagogue to attend services, which the Orthodox prohibit,” (Patheos). This is a more tolerant approach to meet the standards of modern society; unlike Orthodox Judaism, as on Sabbath, they must strictly refrain from any manner of labour. Additionally, the Conservative movement branches out from Orthodox Judaism in view of the fact that Conservative Judaism chooses to practice traditional Judaism while embracing modernity. “Conservative Judaism allows gradual change in law and practice, but only if the change is in harmony with Jewish tradition,” (BBC). Conservative Jews are more focused on maintaining the middle line between Jewish tradition and contemporary lifestyle instead of attempting to follow almost impossible rules that Orthodox Judaism sets out. Finally, one of the most significant differences between Conservative and Orthodox Judaism is its interpretation of Jewish law regarding the roles of women. “Men and women sit together in the [Conservative] synagogue; women can participate in services much as men do; and women can now become cantors as well as rabbis,” (Quinlan, 243). This is different …show more content…
Women 's roles in religious life are strongly curtailed in Orthodox Judaism and they manage to maintain the ancient traditions of Judaism such as interpreting the Torah literally. In contrast, segregation in the synagogue, as well as the gradual change in laws and traditions and restrictions on the Sabbath show a more lenient approach to Conservative Judaism. Despite that, the Torah in Conservative Judaism is no less sacred than in Orthodox Judaism and Conservative still preserves synagogue services in mostly Hebrew. In conclusion, in spite of the fact that Orthodox and Conservative Judaism share comparable beliefs and traditions to a certain degree, the Conservative sect is similar to Orthodox Judaism but focuses more on modifying Jewish tradition to fit into the changes in modern