Messianic Judaism is a religious movement that combines the beliefs of Judaism with the teachings of Christianity, emphasizing the role of Jesus as the Jewish Messiah. Synonyms for Messianic Judaism include Hebrew Christianity, Jewish Christianity, and Jewish Messianism. Some individuals and groups within the movement prefer to be called Messianic Jews, while others prefer Hebrew Christians. Messianic Judaism is a relatively recent movement and has been met with controversy in the Jewish and Christian communities. Despite the disagreements, Messianic Judaism continues to grow and flourish in many parts of the world.