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Judaism & Christianity

Judaism & Christianity. Judeo-Christian Tradition. What is meant by the words “Judeo-Christian Tradition”? Monotheism Sacred Writings Abraham Coming Messiah Heaven/Hell What are some of the teachings that Jews and Christians have in common?

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Judaism & Christianity

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  1. Judaism & Christianity

  2. Judeo-Christian Tradition • What is meant by the words “Judeo-Christian Tradition”? • Monotheism • Sacred Writings • Abraham • Coming Messiah • Heaven/Hell • What are some of the teachings that Jews and Christians have in common? • What are some practices that Jews and Christians have in common? • What are some moral teachings that Jews and Christians have in common?

  3. Sources of Faith Judaism Christianity Bible is the Scriptures Old Testament Deuterocanonical books New Testament Sacred Tradition Written (liturgy, fathers, etc.) Unwritten (customs) Magisterium • Tanakh(Torah) • Torah (Pentateuch) • Nevi’im (Prophets) • Kethuvim (Writings/Poetry) • Talmud • Mishnah (interprets Tanakh; originally oral) • Gemara (interprets Mishnah) • The Gemara and the Mishnah together are known as the Talmud

  4. Theology Judaism Christianity Monotheism Three persons in one God Creator of Universe Involved in His creation Personal relationship possible and necessary • Monotheistic • One substance, one person • Modern Judaism rejects plurality in God • Creator of Universe • Involved in His creation • Personal relationship possible and necessary

  5. Christology Judaism Christianity Jesus is the Messiah Jesus is The Son of God Savior of all nations Jesus suffered and died because certain Jews did not believe His claims • Jesus was not the Messiah • Jesus • Did not exist OR • Was an heretical rabbi OR • Was a false prophet • Jesus’ sacrifice was not a legitimate sacrifice • Still waiting for the promised Messiah

  6. Original Sin & Sins Judaism Christianity All are born without original holiness All have inherited concupiscence Unchecked desires (lack of self control) can kill the relationship with God (deadly/mortal sins) • Newborns are pure and innocent but imperfect • The goal is not to escape sin, but to be righteous • All have two impulses or inclinations: good and evil • Desire to satisfy person needs is created by God, but can be abused (selfishness)

  7. Soteriology Judaism Christianity Salvation comes exclusively through Jesus Christ Baptism is necessary for salvation The Sacraments are “means of salvation” (sacramental economy) • God is the Savior from day-to-day evils • Slavery in Egypt • Exile in Babylon • Forgiveness is obtained through prayer, repentance and good deeds

  8. Moral Law Judaism Christianity Moral law does not change with the times Much of the moral law is “natural law”; some is revealed • Understanding differs among movements • Orthodox: abortion, contraception, homosexuality and divorce violate Torah • Reform: abortion, contraception, homosexuality and divorce are acceptable • Moral Law is revealed

  9. Liturgy Judaism Christianity Jesus completed all sacrifices Sacrifices continue in the re-presenting of Jesus’ sacrifice in the Eucharist Tearing of Temple veil indicates “new rites” Ceremonial laws changed • Sacrifices no longer done because there is no temple • Focus on prayer, study and blessings • Sabbath and Holy Days focus primarily on family • Extended family (Jews) included

  10. Other Practices Judaism Christianity Rosary Confirmation Sign of the Cross Sign of the Cross Holy Water • Phylacteries • Bar/Bat Mitzvah • Prayer Shawl • Yarmulke • Wash hands before prayer

  11. View of Each Other Judaism Christianity Judaism is a true revelation (in OT form), but incomplete Temple (OT) Judaism is closer to the truth than Rabbinic (modern) Judaism • Christianity is a false interpretation of Judaism

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