Do (most) denominations of Judaism still not allow grave images?

Question

In my textbook is says "no", but it's also a chapter on *early* Judaism so I'm just wondering if it's still like this.

Answer 1

Great question.

A graven image is old English for engraved image. In Orthodox Judaism (which is all you can really discuss when speaking of allowing or disallowing), all groups allow engraved images of plants and abstracts, so long as they are not used in worship. Some allow 3d arts, and some do not allow representation in art of people or animals of any kind. Here's the breakdown among European Jews:

For deceration outside a synagogue, Lithuanian Jews and German Jews, called Litvaks and Yekis respectively, allow 3d art of animals and human beings if there is a detail missing so it is not perfect. For example, if the nose is missing, they will have it, or if it is only a bust. This is true even if the "art" is an idol from a defunct religion. If the religion is still in existence, it is forbidden to benefit from the idol at all, and the hands must be washed 3 times if it is touched.

For Hungarians and Chasidim, 3d art is completely off limits, and even coins in relief are controversial, but most rely on leniency that allows for lack of detail to keep coins. Photos of animals or people are not allowed if more than half the object is shown, and no image of the human face can be kept except in profile.

For certain Hungarian Chasidim, even this is more than they allow, and any photo or picture of an animal or person is forbidden.

Answer 2

no unlike christianity , judaism has not defiled it self with the worship of diefied humans images, sadlly it is one of the last remaining religion that respects its laws, it is certainly the only organised relgion that i have respect for ...

Answer 3

Even the most liberal denominations do not have images in the sanctuary.
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Answer 4

None....its against G-d's Law. He GAVE us the Law....as a gift. He doesnt give bad gifts, it helps you live properly.