What Is Modern Orthodoxy?
Modern Orthodoxy is the branch of Torah observant Judaism with the most significant involvement with the world outside of the Orthodox world. While maintaining a religious life in accordance with classic Jewish law, Modern Orthodox people attempt to embrace the most positive aspects of the larger world. Most attain college degrees and embark on careers like any other person. While more right wing sects of Orthodoxy maintain distinctive attire (long black coats, black hats), Modern Orthodox people will wear the same clothing styles as everybody else in society – as long as they are modest. As you might guess, left wing and right wing sects of Orthodox Judaism often argue with one another in determining the proper measure of involvement with the non-Torah observant world. However, on the fundamental issues of life and law, the different groups are very similar. Modern Orthodoxy is often the most sensible style of observance for people who were not raised Torah observant. As a Modern Orth
