Kosher

Kosher refers to foods that conform to Jewish dietary laws outlined in the Torah. These laws specify which animals are permissible (e.g., land animals with split hooves and chewing cud, certain fish with fins and scales), how they must be slaughtered, and which foods cannot be combined (like meat and dairy). Additionally, kosher certification ensures products are prepared in adherence to these standards. The purpose is to promote spiritual discipline and ethical eating, and kosher laws influence food selection, preparation, and consumption for those observing them.