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Is conversion to Judaism easy if you have Jewish ancestry?
Germaine Erdman
The religious exam you are required to take is notoriously exhaustive and extensive; there are University entrance exams in some countries that are easier.
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∙ 14y ago
Anonymous
Technically, if your maternal line is Jewish, you are Jewish and have no need for conversion, while if your Jewish ancestry is paternal at any link in the chain, you need to convert. Practically, however, the person who is technically a Jew but has grown up cut off from Jewish culture and traditions will have a lot of learning to do before they fit into the community. In contrast, someone who is technically a non-Jew but has grown up with significant Jewish education may have an easier time. If, however, there is merely a family memory that grandpa was a Jew, with no significant knowledge of Judaism, the most this can provide to the potential convert is motivation to learn.
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How to convert to Reform or secular Judaism?
For conversion to Reform Judaism, consult your local Reform rabbi. Since secular Jews have no organized 'ism' and tend to define Judaism purely in terms of ancestry, there is no real path to conversion to purely secular Judaism. Note that conversion to Reform Judaism is not quick and easy. Typically, it involves a long period of supervised study, including regular attendance at Jewish services, plus appearance before a beit din (a Jewish court overseen by 3 judges). You'll be warned that conversion is not required to be seen as righteous, and that by converting, you are exposing yourself to potential attack by antisemites.
Does Judaism take converts?
Yes. For conversion to any branch of Judaism, consult a rabbi. Note that conversion to Judaism is not quick and easy. Typically, it involves a long period of supervised study, including regular attendance at Jewish services, plus appearance before a beit din (a Jewish court overseen by 3 judges). You'll be warned that Jews do not consider conversion to be required to be seen as righteous in God's eyes, and warned that, by converting, you are exposing yourself to potential attack by antisemites.
How to convert to Judaism?
For conversion to Judaism, consult your local rabbi. Because there are different branches of Judaism, you must learn enough about what distinguishes them before you begin formally pursuing conversion under the auspices of one of them. Note that conversion to Judaism is not quick and easy under any branch of Judaism. Typically, it involves a long period of supervised study, including regular attendance at Jewish services, plus appearance before a beit din (a Jewish court overseen by 3 judges). If you are a man, circumcision may be required, and at the end of the process, after the beit din approves your conversion, you will probably immerse in a mikvah (a ritual bath) to complete the process. You'll be warned that Jews do not believe that conversion is required to be seen as righteous in God's eyes, and you'll be warned that, by converting, you are exposing yourself to potential attack by antisemites.
Should I convert to modern orthodox Judaism?
That is quite literally between you and God. Conversion to any stream of Judaism requires a period of study under the supervision of a rabbi, and then examination before a beit din, a rabbinical court composed of 3 judges. The decision as to what stream of Judaism to convert under is not necessarily easy. You really need to explore Judaism and find which stream works. Modern Orthodoxy attempts to follow Jewish tradition without compromise while embracing modern science and living in the modern world. The internal divisions within Judaism are, for many potential converts, one of the most difficult parts of the path to conversion.
Can you please tell me everything about Hebrew religion?
Hebrew is a language, the religion is Judaism. As Judaism is over 3000 years old, it would be impossible to relay everything about it here. A good and easy book to read that explains the key points of Judaism is 'To Life! A Celebration of Jewish Being and Thinking' by Harold Kushner.
Should I convert to Reform Judaism?
That is quite literally between you and God. Conversion to any stream of Judaism requires a period of study under the supervision of a rabbi, and then examination before a beit din, a rabbinical court composed of 3 judges. The decision as to what stream of Judaism to convert under is not necessarily easy. You really need to explore Judaism and find which stream works. Reform Judaism, if taken seriously, is not "Judaism lite" because, ideally, a Reform Jew should fully understand the tradition before deciding what aspects of the tradition to keep and how. The internal divisions within Judaism are, for many potential converts, one of the most difficult parts of the path to conversion.
Can I convert to Judaism and get an Israeli passport?
Conversion to Judaism is not easy. All branches of Judaism require an extended period of study before appearance before a beit din (a judicial panel of 3 judges) that oversees the process. Israel does allow converts to enter the country and take Israeli citizenship under the law of return, but not immediately after conversion. This restriction appears to be there specifically to prevent someone converting for the purpose of entering Israel with no real intent to be a practicing Jew.
Is judaism an easy religion to follow?
Answer:yes, very easy!!!Answer:The previous answer is spam. Most religions, including Judaism involve discipline and study.
Can I marry a Jewish girl if I'm not Jewish?
Yes, it's very easy to marry a Jewish girl if you are not Jewish. In most cases you would need to hav a civil wedding though, because many non-orthodox and all orthodox Rabbis would refuse to perform the ceremony.
Is African Americans Jews?
Some are. Most are Christian, some are Muslim, and some have drifted into atheism or agnosticism. Conversion to Judaism is not easy, it traditionally requires considerable study, but over the years, a fair number of African Americans have converted.
Why do people say the god of Judaism is Lucifer?
Maybe that's an anti-Semitic canard. The name Lucifer does not occur in Judaism. The God of Judaism is the Creator of the universe, who gave the Torah. Sayng "the god of Judaism is Lucifer" is an easy way for fundamentalist Christians to dismiss Jewish arguments and beliefs without actually having to argue why their beliefs are a more accurate picture of the world. Additionally, it allows them to easily dismiss Jews as vile devil-worshipers and ignore their humanity.
How are Jewish boys and girls different?
It's easy: 1. Jewish boys get circumcised, Jewish girls just undergo baby naming 2. Jewish boys have BAR Mitzvahs, Jewish girls have BAT Mitzvahs 3. In Orthodox Judaism, Jewish men are in charge of the synagogue while Jewish women are in charge of the home
