Religious Intelligence
Judaism
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Common questions
What are the main practices in Judaism?
Jewish practice includes Shabbat observance from Friday evening to Saturday evening, kosher dietary law, and a festival calendar including Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur and Passover. Observance varies considerably across Orthodox, Conservative, Reform and secular Jewish communities.
What should workplaces know about Jewish observance?
Practical workplace considerations for Jewish employees commonly include Shabbat and festival scheduling, kosher catering requirements, and leave around the High Holy Days. Requirements differ between individuals, and asking is more reliable than assuming.
What is kosher?
Kosher refers to Jewish dietary law governing which foods are permitted and how they are prepared, including the separation of meat and dairy. Kosher and halal are distinct systems, and one is not a substitute for the other.