What is Modern Orthodox Judaism?
Modern Orthodox Jews are the most devout and strict of all four categories. Modern Orthodox Jews observe the Torah as closely as possible, while still allowing room for some modern interpretation. For example, most Orthodox Jews pray daily and keep a very strict Kosher diet. They do not eat anything that has not been accepted as Kosher. Also rules of Kashrut prevent them from mixing meat and dairy together in the same meal. Orthodox Jews also do not do any work on the Sabbath, from Friday at sundown to Saturday at sundown. This includes driving, turning on lights, cooking, talking on the phone, or turning on the television. Since the Sabbath is spent mostly at synagogue, Orthodox Jews walk to shul (synagogue) on Friday night and walk back to their homes after the service, where they share a Sabbath dinner with family and friends. Sabbath is viewed as a weekly time for prayer, reflection, and relaxation with family and friends. Since most Orthodox Jews need to live within walking distan
