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 Do Jews have a problem being referred to as jew(ish)? My question comes as a result of a conversation with someone who calls himself a Hebrew?

Answer

There is no problem in being called a Jew, nor is there a problem in being called a Hebrew.

Jewish and Hebrew are synonyms, and express one clear meaning that indicates belonging to the People of Israel, the People of Israel are both Jewish and Hebrew.

Our forefather Abraham was called Abraham the Hebrew, as described by the Torah in the verse: ” the Hebrew Abram” Genesis 14:13, this is the origin of the Hebrew name.

However, both words have one meaning, and whoever calls himself a Hebrew, actually also calls himself a Jew.

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Rabbi David Ohayon

Jerusalem

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