The Reform movement that began to spread in the nineteenth century attempted to: A. Modernize Judaism B. Reject Zionism C. Return to traditional practices that were in danger of being lost D. Popularize Yiddish culture

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Jocelynn Carpenter

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13 March, 08:06

The Reform movement that began to spread in the nineteenth century attempted to: A. Modernize Judaism B. Reject Zionism C. Return to traditional practices that were in danger of being lost D. Popularize Yiddish culture

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Kenzie Herman · Answer 1

A. Modernize Judaism

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The reform movement that sparked up and began to spread in the nineteenth century attempted to modernize Judaism. This reform movement was tagged Reform Judaism also called Progressive Judaism. It started out in the 19th century Germany by Rabbi Abraham Geiger and others. This reform movement was aimed at emphasizing the progressive nature of faith. It has become an important Jewish denomination which tries to explain that the revelation of faith is progressive and not just restricted to ceremonies and the appearance of God on Mount Sinai. It gives room for liberality as it regards to personal observance and rituals in the Jewish laws. This movement allows inclusiveness of various communities.

In the world today, it is the second-largest Jewish denomination.