Holiness in Judaism

Not to be confused with Kedushah (prayer), Kiddush, or Kaddish.

Holiness in Judaism, often referred to by the Hebrew word for holiness, kedushah (Hebrew: קְדֻשָּׁה), is a central concept in Jewish thought, representing the idea of separation, elevation, and dedication to God. In Jewish tradition, holiness is a property of God, the Jewish people, specific places, times, actions, and items.

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