Shalom all,
I never really intended to make this thread because Tumah already made an in-depth one that I've linked in my signature. Still, few people seem to be visiting those links and have all sorts of ideas about what I believe. So I am going to explain it as simply as I can (not that it's difficult!).
What do Noahides / B'nei Noach believe?
Everything that mainstream Judaism believes, except we are not Jews. While each individual is free to align himself with more or less traditional forms of Judaism, most of us hover around the Orthodox and Conservative movements.
Do you follow Torah?
No, we follow the Seven Noahide Laws, which could more rightfully be designated categories of laws.
Here they are as enumerated by Chabad:
1
Acknowledge that there is only one G‑d who is Infinite and Supreme above all things. Do not replace that Supreme Being with finite idols, be it yourself, or other beings. This command includes such acts as prayer, study and meditation.
2
Respect the Creator. As frustrated and angry as you may be, do not vent it by cursing your Maker.
3
Respect human life. Every human being is an entire world. To save a life is to save that entire world. To destroy a life is to destroy an entire world. To help others live is a corollary of this principle.
4
Respect the institution of marriage. Marriage is a most Divine act. The marriage of a man and a woman is a reflection of the oneness of G‑d and His creation. Disloyalty in marriage is an assault on that oneness.
5
Respect the rights and property of others. Be honest in all your business dealings. By relying on G‑d rather than on our own conniving, we express our trust in Him as the Provider of Life.
6
Respect G‑d's creatures. At first, Man was forbidden to consume meat. After the Great Flood, he was permitted - but with a warning: Do not cause unnecessary suffering to any creature.
7
Maintain justice. Justice is G‑d's business, but we are given the charge to lay down necessary laws and enforce them whenever we can. When we right the wrongs of society, we are acting as partners in the act of sustaining the creation.
Is this a new movement?
No; in ancient times there were folks called 'G-dfearers' who aligned with the Jewish people, took the Noahide Laws on themselves and became Gerim Toshavim.
Aren't you just hangers-on to the Jews?
Kinda. We steal their black hats and take selfies with them because we think it makes us look cool.
I never really intended to make this thread because Tumah already made an in-depth one that I've linked in my signature. Still, few people seem to be visiting those links and have all sorts of ideas about what I believe. So I am going to explain it as simply as I can (not that it's difficult!).
What do Noahides / B'nei Noach believe?
Everything that mainstream Judaism believes, except we are not Jews. While each individual is free to align himself with more or less traditional forms of Judaism, most of us hover around the Orthodox and Conservative movements.
Do you follow Torah?
No, we follow the Seven Noahide Laws, which could more rightfully be designated categories of laws.
Here they are as enumerated by Chabad:
1
Acknowledge that there is only one G‑d who is Infinite and Supreme above all things. Do not replace that Supreme Being with finite idols, be it yourself, or other beings. This command includes such acts as prayer, study and meditation.
2
Respect the Creator. As frustrated and angry as you may be, do not vent it by cursing your Maker.
3
Respect human life. Every human being is an entire world. To save a life is to save that entire world. To destroy a life is to destroy an entire world. To help others live is a corollary of this principle.
4
Respect the institution of marriage. Marriage is a most Divine act. The marriage of a man and a woman is a reflection of the oneness of G‑d and His creation. Disloyalty in marriage is an assault on that oneness.
5
Respect the rights and property of others. Be honest in all your business dealings. By relying on G‑d rather than on our own conniving, we express our trust in Him as the Provider of Life.
6
Respect G‑d's creatures. At first, Man was forbidden to consume meat. After the Great Flood, he was permitted - but with a warning: Do not cause unnecessary suffering to any creature.
7
Maintain justice. Justice is G‑d's business, but we are given the charge to lay down necessary laws and enforce them whenever we can. When we right the wrongs of society, we are acting as partners in the act of sustaining the creation.
Is this a new movement?
No; in ancient times there were folks called 'G-dfearers' who aligned with the Jewish people, took the Noahide Laws on themselves and became Gerim Toshavim.
Aren't you just hangers-on to the Jews?
Kinda. We steal their black hats and take selfies with them because we think it makes us look cool.
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