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Question
I was wondering what is the Jewish policy reffering to other religions and traditions? I have noticed that even some Jewish traditions are not the same, how do you treat one another?
Answer
The Torah is “intolerant” of idol worship and of any belief that has incorporated elements of idolatrous thought. One of the seven Noachide laws incumbent on all humanity prohibits idolatry. That said, the various forms of worship- from the most idolatrous to those that are closer to Judaism- are seen as steps in mankind’s development toward a purer understanding and worship of the G-d of Israel.

Idolatry and the building of the third Temple
Rabbi Baruch Finkelstein | 10 Elul 5767

Relations with a gentile woman
Rabbi Chaim Tabasky | Tevet 16, 5768

Shabbat
Rabbi Ari Shvat | Nisan 23, 5782





