Divisions of Judaism

2) Liturgy (service at the synagogue) is primarily spoken in the local language, as opposed to Hebrew.

3) Dietary laws (kosher) are strictly observed.

4) Torah means teaching rather than law, and is open to interpretation.

5) Dietary laws (kosher) are observed. 

6) Beliefs and practices are more liberal.  Believe Jewish life must change with the times.

7) Believe that the law continues to evolve, but it must be followed.  Each generation must reinterpret it to preserve its relevance. 

8) Scripture is not literally true; some stories are considered legendary and/or symbolic.

9) Traditional roles exist for men and women; sexes are separated during worship services.

10) It is important to strictly observe the rules regarding the Sabbath.

11) The authority of the rabbi as a teacher and leader are absolute - what they say goes.

12) Believe practices and rules must change with the times. 

13) Women actively participate in services and may serve as rabbis.

14) Only some communities allow women to serve as rabbis.

15) Hasidic Jews, who are known to follow Jewish law word-for-word, are a part of this Jewish group?

16) Is the middle ground between ultra conservative Jews and liberal modern Jews.

17) Liturgy is almost always in Hebrew, but may sometimes be partially done the local language.

18) Jewish life should change very little, regardless of the changes in society.

19) Open to some changes, but strict in regards to traditional practices.

20) Women are not allowed to serve as rabbis.