Christianity and Judaism
This article discusses the traditional
views of the two religions and may not
be applicable to all adherents of each.
Part of a series of articles on
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Although Christianity and Judaism share his-
torical roots, these two religions diverge in
fundamental ways. Judaism places emphasis
on actions, focusing primary questions on
how to respond to the eternal covenan