judiska

Judiska is an adjective in Swedish meaning “Jewish.” It is used to describe people who identify with Judaism, as well as aspects of religion, culture, heritage, and institutions related to Judaism. The term appears in phrases such as judiska församlingen (the Jewish congregation), judiska traditioner (Jewish traditions), or judiska namn (Jewish names). The base form is judisk, and judiska is used in plural and definite constructions.

Judaism is the monotheistic religion of the Jewish people, with a long history and diverse expressions. It encompasses religious law, ritual practice, holidays, and a shared sense of peoplehood. Common topics associated with judiska contexts include observance of the Sabbath, kosher dietary laws, and festivals such as Passover and Hanukkah, as well as Hebrew and Yiddish linguistic and cultural traditions.

In Sweden, organized Jewish life has a long history dating back to the 17th century. The Swedish Jewish community maintains synagogues, schools, cultural and charitable organizations, and participates in broader public life as a minority community. Contemporary discussions about judiska identity in Sweden often intersect with issues of religious freedom, education, multiculturalism, and efforts to combat antisemitism.

The term judiska is used across both religious and secular contexts to refer to matters connected with Judaism, its adherents, and its cultural expressions. In Swedish usage, it functions as a standard descriptor aligned with formal and informal references to Jewish life and culture.