How many forms of Judaism are there and what are the differences and similarities between them?

Question

Any information at all would be appreciated thanks. And if you can state your sources or leave your links thanks.

Answer 1

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Judaism#Jewish_denominations

Answer 2

The trunk of Judaism is what is today called "orthodox Judaism".

Through the ages there have been split off groups, most of which died out along the way.

Try the Crash Course in Jewish History if you're interesting in further investigation:
http://www.aish.com/literacy/jewishhistory/

Answer 3

I am not jewish and know almost nothing about their sects. The best I would have been able to do is give a quick link like this one.
http://judaism.about.com/od/denominationsofjudaism/p/branches.htm/
And because I assume you know how to search the web I thought that would be pointless. I hope somebody, maybe a rabbi, or one of the other jewish in here can give you a good answer.

Answer 4

Off the top of my head and with a limited understanding, the only ones I know of are Hasidic, (kind of like a jewish version of the Amish), Orthodox (Really strict), Conservative (Not quite as strict) , and Reformed (not so much about rules, as heart...)

Answer 5

This appears to be a serious question. Since I am not an expert I will simply applaud your question, and move along.

Answer 6

http://www.jewfaq.org/movement.htm