Beliefs
The House of Yahweh believes that it is the one true faith, as instituted by Yahweh, according to the Bible. Many of the assembly's teachings are similar to those of Herbert W. Armstrong, as the group split from Armstrong's WCG in 1980, similar to the Sabbatarian Churches of God.
Similar to Armstrongism, the HOY believes the world will soon experience the Tribulation and that the Bible refers to Satan as the god of this world.
HOY believes Yahweh is the name of the creator of the world, and that Yahshua is the name of the Son of Yahweh, and that he is their messiah. They teach that many other titles—such as God (El, Elohim), Lord (Ba'al, Adonai), Jehovah, Jesus and Christ—are names or titles of pagan beings or idols, or are mistakes, that have been falsely ascribed to Yahweh.
Its beliefs are also similar to those of Judaism, as the assembly follows the Torah, the 613 laws and rules found in the Pentateuch. They believe the observance of these laws promotes peace and love, and is an answer to many problems in the world.
Members adhere to a kosher diet, free of pork, shellfish and blood and wear garments similar to the Jewish yarmulke and tallit in worship services and private prayer.
Members regularly perform ritual ablutions, and are baptized when they join the assembly.
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