Although Judaism and Confucianism appear to belong to different realms of the religious spectrum, they have similar traditions arising from different roots. The meaning of family in Confucianism is strongly supported by filial piety rooted in all traditions and beliefs. Meanwhile, Judaism's emphasis on the word of God as the ultimate path to a righteous life is supported through Jewish adherence to special laws commanded by God. Whether the foundation of the religion is rooted in filial piety or the commandments of God, both Judaism and Confucianism reflect similar standards in family rituals, religious beliefs, and moral conduct. Perhaps one of the best-known traditions of the Jewish faith is the celebration of a young man's Bar Mitzvah. The ceremony began with the awarding of a diploma to a student who had completed his religious education. The focus of study was typically the Hebrew Bible along with other Jewish literature, history, customs, and ceremonies (Oxtoby and Segal 110-111). Today, the ceremony is often known as a coming of age celebration for 13-year-olds. During the feast, the young man reads the Torah scriptures aloud for the first time and may even sing from one of the Torah scrolls (Oxtoby and Segal 61). This important Jewish tradition is now widely celebrated for girls as well, known as the "bat mitzvah." The celebration of a young person entering adult life is also celebrated in Confucianism. Since ancestors have such great importance in Confucian traditions, this family ritual is seen as the young man's introduction to his ancestors (Oxtoby and Segal 463). Often reserved for a young man between the ages of fifteen and twenty, this 'cover' c...... center of the card...... introducing them to a newly grown man. Neither religion believes in reincarnation or rebirth of the soul. Jewish belief holds that each individual dies and possesses a spirit that is weak and even inferior to God. With a strong emphasis on family, Confucianism states that each human being has two separate souls after death, but the individual's spirit is that of live through descendants. Both Judaism and Confucianism have a central idea of ​​correct behavior. Judaism derives its moral code from the word of God, while Confucianism uses filial piety as a means to achieve good behavior. Whether the motive is God or family, both Judaism and Confucianism have established religions with similar traditions and beliefs. Works Cited Oxtoby, Willard G. and Alan F. Segal. A concise introduction to world religions. Oxford, Canada: Oxford University Press, 2007.