13 Principles of Jewish Faith, Explained

Maimonides, one of the greatest codifiers of Torah law and giants of Jewish philosophy, he formulated a list of the thirteen principles of Jewish faith. Or, as he described them: Judaism’s fundamental truths and very foundation.

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[orenthiadillard]

I approve of, and rock with, all the thirteen principles as laid out by Maimonides. Baruch HaShem and Shabbat Shalom. Amein.

[syedabdulwahidsohaily]

Very true indeed, God Bless Muslims Jews and Christians Amen.

[susanadiasjohnson]

Phenomenal video.
Magnificent job of explaining the basics. Totally clear.

[heribertorivera]

Thanks a lot for sharing this information. It is amazing how clear you explained everything in 4 minutes. You made it simple and understandable. God BLESS everyone 🙏

[zakirazak]

Great intro video for those who wants to understand Judaism. Good work.

[victorianoah]

Absolutely a trusted foundation of faith. Thanks for posting.

[afzalazam]

As a Muslim, as far as I know Islam, I agree with all the principal. These are the same as in Quran. We Muslims have very high regards for Moses ( We say him Prophet Musa). Why don't we focus on the similarities of Abrahamic religion rather than focus on minute differences.

[mmgreen]

An interesting thing about Maimonides and of some ‘heavy hitters’ of later eras, such as the ‘Vilna Gaon’, which is rejected by many in the Haredi community such as the Satmar, is their encouragement to study the Greek philosophers, and top mathematicians and scientists of the ancient and contemporary world. Maimonides believed that the study of logic, science, and nature also reveals G-d’s truths.

[liaquathashim]

These are almost the same beliefs of a practicing Muslim. Thank you for this information.

[erikpeterson]

Thanks....this was informative and not known to me

Best

[ynzmadeleine]

Excellent explanation... thanks for this video

[mdnazmusshahid]

This is very similar to muslim belief. so why we fight?
we r just cousins.
spread love for everyone

[monoecumsemper]

It is important to teach people(s) worldwide what Jewish Katechism is about for them to learn. Great video. Continue your brilliant job.

[fuadahmed]

Very informative!! We should obey & belief as stated above.

[nabinas]

Excellently explained.. All religions are agreed the same points, even people 'are understanding differently.

[NemesisEncer]

Was, is and is to come. Is more than we know, presently. Well said.

[eddiemonesti]

Love it. Love Israel from Dominican republic.

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[jasjas]

Very similar to Islam! It’s sad what divides us is politics today 🙁

[exiledhebrew]

Certainly; there is no other G-d among Yshrael but Hashem