To become an observant Noahide is to be assured of a 'portion in the world to come', by entering into a covenant with G-d, of which the Jewish people are also a part. It is to enter into a recognized relationship with the Jewish people, rather being completely outside of any legal system recognized by Judaism. The requirements aregenerally considered:
# To recognize the covenant that already has been made
# To become part of one of 'seventy' legal systems
# And to accept the Rabbinic interpretation of scripture<ref>Some rabbinic authorities disagree that this is a requirement</ref>
Once one makes this step, the 'size' of one's portion in the world to come is determined by prayer, repentance, good deeds and good character. This may sound very similar to the teaching of other religions, particularly within the Abrahamic tradition, and it should be so. Judaism teaches that the Noahide covenant is the foundation of any proper society and religion.
