Judaism
There is not a formal creed within Judaism, though one has become especially authoritative. Although controversial at its time, the 13 principles laid out by the 12th century Spanish Jewish philosopher Maimonides are now considered mostly normative. They are formalized in the prayerbook following daily morning services. Each principle preceded by "Ani Ma'amin B'emunah Shleymah", "I believe with perfect faith that..." These principles are reflected in the hymn Yigdal.
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