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There are approximately 13-14 million Jews in the world. For details and links to population resources, see Jewish Population.
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In Hebrew, all letters have a numerical value, and numbers are written using letters. See Numerical Values of Words.
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Lit. Elevation. The second part of the two-part Jewish marriage process, after which the bride and groom begin to live together as husband and wife.
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Lit. Comforting mourners. One of the purposes of Jewish practices relating to death and mourning.
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Seven commandments given to Noah after the flood, which are binding on both non-Jews and Jews.
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The first month of the Jewish year, occurring in March/April. See Months of the Jewish Year.
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A system of dots and dashes used to indicate vowels and other pronunciation in Hebrew.
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The separation of husband and wife during the woman's menstrual period. Also refers to a woman so separated. Also referred to as taharat ha-mishpachah or family purity.
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Lit. Continual lamp. Usually translated "eternal flame. " A candelabrum or lamp near the ark in the synagogue that symbolizes the commandment to keep a light burning in the Tabernacle outside of the curtain surrounding the Ark of the Covenant.
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