Messianic Judaism is not a completely new movement, but rather the resurrection of a very old movement. The identity described under the term "Messianic Judaism" was the identity of the apostles and the community of Jewish followers "the Way" in the first and second centuries. Messianic Judaism is considered by its supporters as the latest stage in the historical development of true Biblical Judaism. It is the religion of Abraham, Moses, David and the prophets, fulfilled by the coming of Yeshua (Jesus) the Messiah.
MESSIANIC JUDAISM WHAT IS DIFFERENT OF TRADITIONAL JUDAISM? As for Messianic Judaism, Judaism believes in Yeshua (Jesus) as Messiah, the facts are as follows:
The sole authority for faith and practice is the Bible and consists of the Old and New Covenant. Traditional Judaism teaches that the Tanach (Hebrew Scriptures) and the Talmud are the eternal Word of God that the New Testament lack this authority, and that Yeshua is the Messiah. Messianic Judaism, in contrast, teaches that the Tanakh and New Testament Scriptures are from the Eternal Word of God, that the Talmud does not have this authority, and that Yeshua is the Messiah.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TRADITIONAL Messianic Judaism and Christianity? For 19 centuries, with rare exceptions, had become customary to put up Christianity and against Judaism as its antithesis. Since the second century, much has been taught in church that Christianity is a religion separate and distinct from Judaism. Although biblically grounded Christians recognize that this was a mistake, it is still a strongly held view among many churches. This approach promoted the anti-biblical doctrine according to which the Hebrew Scriptures were replaced by the New Testament historically, the Church has replaced Israel as the covenant people of God, and that those first disciples of Yeshua the Jewish religion have been converted to a new religion called Christianity. Messianic Judaism, in contrast, believes that Yeshua did not come to establish a new religion, but in fact fulfill an ancient (Matthew 5:17). Takes the view that the New Testament is a continuation of the Hebrew Scriptures (2 Timothy 3:16), and emphasizes God's love and faithfulness to the Jewish people (Romans 11), teaching that Gentiles to share (not assume) blessings God gave to Israel (Romans 15:27). Finally, Messianic Judaism combat the idea that those Jewish people who follow Yeshua become converted to another religion, but in fact remain Jews, Messianic Jews (Colossians 4:11).
WHAT IS A Messianic Jewish congregation? Imagine a synagogue where the rabbi, elders and all the people practicing the teachings of the Hebrew Scriptures and New Testament. This is a Messianic Jewish congregation. Joseph Rabinowitz established the first known Messianic Synagogue in Kischineff of modern times, Russia, 1882. It was called the "Synagogue of the Congregation of Israelites of the New Repair." AS THE CONGREGATIONS Jewish Messianic accommodating the needs of Jewish people? "As a Jew will be allowed to keep his legacy of Shabbat and festivals while the pillar secure the revelation in Jesus? As a Jew will allow their children to grow up with a sense of heritage, having a Bar Mitzvah and maintain an ongoing involvement in the Jewish community? The Synagogue will not open your door to train their children and most local churches do not provide this. How so? The answer is clearly congregational, for an ordinary person can be very difficult or even inadequate to achieve this alone, or through simple monthly meetings. "
Jews are called by God to be a special people and lasting (Jeremiah 31:35-36). So it's important for Messianic Jews maintain their Jewish identity and pass this legacy to the next generation. The Messianic Jewish Congregations help accomplish this in the following ways: Rabbi / Rosh
The Messianic Jewish Congregations provide a basis for leadership that can provide vision, knowledge, wisdom, insight and advice to community members with respect to biblical faith and Jewish lifestyle.
The Messianic Jewish Congregations stimulate eating meals biblically clean.
Clothing
The Messianic Jewish Congregations provide an environment where men can wear the Kippa (head covering), tallit (prayer shawl), tsitsit (fringes) and tefillin (phylacteries). Women also sometimes wear appropriate head coverings.
Symbols
The Messianic Jewish Congregations appreciate Jewish objects and symbols that serve as reminders of the Scriptures and Jewish identity. These include rolls of the Torah, the kiddush cups, menorahs with seven arms, etc..
Music
The Messianic Jewish Congregations use Jewish forms of music in their services and celebrations. They also have love for the Israelis and Chassidic dance.
Siddur
The Messianic Jewish Congregations incorporate their services in selected elements of the Siddur, the traditional Jewish prayer book.
Community
The Messianic Jewish congregations are actively involved in local Jewish community. They encourage their members to visit other synagogues, attend seminars on Jewish subjects, and affiliating to Jewish charities.
Hebrew
The Messianic Jewish Congregations in the diaspora stimulate learning Hebrew as a second language. Its members are encouraged to attend Hebrew classes, talk with fluent speakers and learn the Hebrew liturgy.
Israel
The Messianic Jewish Congregations view Israel as a Jewish homeland. Members often financially support the nation, participate in annual tours, and consider making aliyah (return to earth).
Circumcision
The Messianic Jewish Congregations promote the biblical practice of britmilah (commandment of circumcision) for Jewish children.
Children
The Messianic Jewish Congregations provide education for children in the Scriptures and the meaning and importance of living a Jewish lifestyle Bible. Often, this education leads to Bar Mitzvah or Bat Mitzvah (a ceremony of passage).
Adult Education
The Messianic Jewish Congregations seek to correct this mistaken view of Yeshua through education, stimulating research in primary sources like the New Testament, and secondary sources, including the writings of Josephus, non-canonical books, Aramaic Targums, Rabbinic literature and ancient archaeological finds as the Dead Sea Scrolls. Contemporary works on the historical Jesus and the place of the Messiah in Judaism is very valuable additional sources. The Messianic Jewish Congregations believe that history supports their perspective, and that those who research the life of Yeshua and his teachings ultimately reach the same conclusion.

Source: Headquarters of knowing Christ

3 Responses to "WHAT IS MESSIANIC JUDAISM?

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   Daniel Cabana says:

   I was very excited about what li.Achei text and very responsible approach, urging us to the systematic study so we can get closer to the LORD and truly understanding of Yeshua THERE MASHIACH.Acho the fundamental faith, even when well-reasoned a study truly consistente.Shalom Aleichem.

   10/05/2009 @ 6:10 PM

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   ROMENIGHY Says:

   The community used more rabbinic expression "the kingdom of God" and harnessed the acceptance of God's Sovereignty to compliance with the Act (including for the Gentiles who converted to Judaism). The Kingdom of God on earth was limited to Israel. Then there would be obvious to the world. Punish the wicked and the righteous of Israel will meet in an order redeemed and blessed. (I think a thought a little individualistic to the present day, is very strange that so many religious conflicts occur because of this idea, do not use innocent people as scapegoats achievements to land? materialism and selfishness are under suspicion. This was not the will of Jesus Gerri and conflicts.

   24/03/2010 @ 8:24 AM

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   Theology student says:

   Actually more like the original article is located at the web site http://www.beitmashiach.org/judmes.php .

   22/04/2010 @ 8:03 AM

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