Righteousness and Charity in the Jewish Tradition

Jews tend to ignore the Bible when describing Jewish tradition and values. The study of the concepts of righteousness and charity in Judaism demonstrate that these ideas are firmly rooted in biblical tradition. The biblical idea of “tzedaka” is usually translated as charity, but literally means “righteousness.” Righteousness refers not only to relationships between people, but also to the relationship between people and God.

More on this topic in the video, Righteousness and Charity in the Jewish Tradition.