Jewish Denominations Explained

NOTE: I posted this video a few weeks ago but then removed it because, following some feedback, I decided to make some important changes. Those changes have now been incorporated and what you're watching here is the new, updated version.

I am Iranian Jew and an ICU nurse. Many times I have to work over Shabbat therefore I can’t observe it. I often feel bad about it . Thank you Matt for saying „pikuach nefesh“ . I really appreciate it .

If you eventually cover most Abrahamic religions, would you consider making a HUGE chart of all Abrahamic denominations. It could include the Christian denomination chart, the Jewish denomination chart, a potential Islamic denomination/school chart, and perhaps certain Dualistic movements, the movements of the black book, Druze and even Sikhism. Although this chart could only be made if you do an full Islamic denomination/school chart.

As a Muslim, this was very interesting and eye opening. Props!!!!

Henry Abramson is great! Really enjoyed his lectures on Jewish history as they were some of the first quality ones that I could find on YouTube back in the day. Also I found his commentary and expertise on Ukrainian history important in light of recent events

Really an amazing video on Jewish denominations. I think you really incorporated the feedback well Thanks!!

I’m Catholic from the US. This was very interesting and informative. I love learning about religions and cultures.

Truly amazing video! As a Chasidic Orthodox Jew, i must say that this is the first time I see an observation on Judaism that's unbiased (especially about the chasidic community). So many good points about the origin and current status of all denominations.

I have many friends I'll be sharing this with. Thanks for updating it so quickly with even better content!

Hey Matt, this is exceptional. I loved how clearly you mentioned the differences between the concept of denominations in Christian and Jewish traditions. I humbly would like to request you to make a video on the differences between old testament in the Christian Bible and the Hebrew Bible. Also, I can see from the comments that your next project involves Hindu philosophical schools and denominations. I am very excited about it. Although the denominations part would be very difficult to put together, but the philosophical schools would surely be a great first step towards a comprehensive series on Hinduism. I am happy to provide any kind of help in case you need it. I am from India and have been brought up in a Hindu household. However I identify as an agnostic atheist now.

A vast improvement, sir! But I promise I'll take a different tone and emphasis with my own video in a few weeks. ETA: Kabbalah dates back quite a bit further back than Luria; he is just the most widely accepted authority on it. And Jewish mysticism in general goes back to the Roman era.

Thank you for reuploading!! I was looking for it the other day and I stumbled on Dr Abramson channel and have binged watched so many of his videos!

Now, this is the type of quality I have come to expect from your channel. Good job.

I learned so much! Thanks for educating me, and for being committed to educating responsibly!

Not only do I find out that you're Jewish I also find out you're a fellow convert this has made my day

Yasher koach! Really well researched and presented—an excellent introduction and a great contribution to improving general understanding of our people. I will send a link to several contacts that require and welcome the information.

I just saw your wonderful video about the different Jewish movements. It is really a great synthesis. I very much appreciate the clarity and historical rigour you have to deal with these matters. Very difficult task, and congratulations for a great work. Of course Sam Aronow will bring his own views on the matter. Welcome to both of you for your openness and good will.

Always enlightening, Matt. Thanks.

Very well done, the improvements were needed and you surpassed my humble expectations.

Kol HaKavod. We can feel how much effort you put on this to be precise, historical and characterize each group properly!!