The word "Jews for Judaism" is spelled phonetically as /dʒuːz fɔːr dʒuːdeɪɪzəm/. The emphasis is on the first syllable of each word, with a long "u" sound in "Jews" and a short "o" sound in "for". "Jud" in "Judaism" is pronounced like "Jew" with a "d" sound added on the end. The final "aism" is pronounced "ay-izm". This organization aims to educate Jewish people about their faith and strengthen their connection to it, while also dispelling misconceptions about Judaism.
Jews for Judaism is an organization that primarily focuses on promoting the understanding and preservation of Judaism within the Jewish community. Founded in the 1980s, Jews for Judaism provides resources, education, and support to counter missionary and cult activities that target Jews for conversion to other religious beliefs, particularly Christianity.
The organization aims to empower Jews with knowledge and strengthen their Jewish identity, encouraging them to remain committed to their faith. Jews for Judaism offers outreach programs, literature, seminars, and one-on-one counseling to provide Jews with the necessary tools to effectively respond to missionary efforts and counter attempts to convert them away from Judaism.
Jews for Judaism is committed to combating deceptive practices and misinformation employed by missionaries targeting the Jewish community. They provide critical analysis and accurate information about religious doctrines and utilize the Jewish texts and tradition to effectively respond to Christian evangelism directed towards Jews.
The organization advocates for a greater understanding and appreciation of Judaism's rich heritage, religious practices, and core teachings. By equipping Jews with the knowledge of their own religion, Jews for Judaism strives to empower individuals to make informed choices about their spiritual beliefs, thus strengthening their connection to Judaism.