Belief in One God: Orthodox Judaism is firmly rooted in the belief in a single, omnipotent, and omniscient God. This belief in monotheism is a fundamental tenet that distinguishes Judaism from other religions.
Divine Revelation: Orthodox Jews believe that the Torah and the Talmud were divinely revealed to the Jewish people, and that the mitzvot (commandments) contained within these texts are binding and must be strictly observed.
Chosen People: Orthodox Judaism maintains the belief that the Jewish people are a chosen nation, selected by God to serve as a “light unto the nations” and to uphold the divine commandments.
Messianic Redemption: Orthodox Jews believe in the coming of the Messiah, a divinely appointed leader who will usher in a period of universal peace, justice, and the restoration of the Jewish people to the Land of Israel.
Observance of Mitzvot: The observance of the 613 mitzvot (commandments) is of paramount importance in Orthodox Judaism. These commandments govern every aspect of an Orthodox Jew’s life, from daily rituals to major life events.
