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Why do Orthodox Jews try to convert other Jews to be like themselves?
Orthodox Jews believe their way is the only "proper" way to practice Judaism. In most cases, it's considered brainwashing.
Do Orthodox Jews educate or convert people to their beliefs?
No Jews, regardless of level of observation, seek converts. However, if people wish to convert, Orthodox Rabbis will assist them after being convinced that the potential converts are sincere in their actions. That being said, most Orthodox groups, especially Chassidim, try to get non-observant Jews more involved in Judaism.
Do Jews actively try to convert others to their religion?
No, we do not.
How many orthodox Jews are there today?
Yes! They live all over the world. There are an estimated 1-1.5 million Orthodox Jews.
Why do people think that every Jew should be Orthodox?
The Torah states that we must learn it and obey it fully (Deuteronomy ch.13), and that the Jews as a whole will at some point reach this state (Deuteronomy 30:1-10). The Orthodox attitude is that this should be encouraged through speaking to our fellow Jews when feasible and appropriate. No force or threats are used. Those who show no interest are not badgered.
Do Orthodox Jews try to convert other Jews?
In Judaism is it forbidden to convert non-Jews. However it is the responsibility of Jews to help a Jew come back to Torah if he/she has gone off the path of Torah. The word for bringing Jews back to Judaism is called kiruv. This does not mean that Jews go from door to door forcing their message and handing out pamphlets. Rather they organize sabbath meals, weekend retreats and trips to Israel in the name of kiruv. There is also a hasidic group called chabad. Again they are not pushy with their message, rather they make a point of setting up a synogouge and providing kosher food and religious texts wherever there are Jews, to make it easier for them to come back to religion. Coming over to a chabad house for a meal does not mean you will be given a lecture about coming back to Judaism but it does mean you will be discussing religion and religious philosophy. There is a chabad house in many far reaching places like Peru, Iceland, China etc... Check out chabad.orgfor a full listing and more information about Judaism.
Are a majority of Jews gay?
Answers from Wikianswers contributors:Please know that ANYONE can be a homosexual, it is not a choice. The Jewish religion may oppose homosexuality in the Old Testament, but it is outdated. Homosexuals should not try to "convert" or suppress their sexual urges because it will cause severe mental damage. "Orthodox" Judaism is, ironically, the most diverse Jewish community, including Chasidic Jews, New Orthodox Jews -- just about all Jews except for those who've chosen Reform, Reconstructionist or Conservative branches. Some Orthodox communities find homosexuality "an abomination;" others treat it as a manifestation of the "yetzer hara" -- the evil impulse, like any other ethical misstep. These have re-examined Leviticus 18:22, and do accept gay people and same-sex marriage. This movment is lead by Rabbi Steven Greenberg. Increasingly, Orthodox Jewish homosexuals are finding their voices. Check out a film called "Trembling Before G_d" (Sandi Dubowski).If a Jewish person is gay, Jewish law provides no answer or guidance: anything the gay person does will be a sin: celebacy, masturbation, homosexual relations, suicide, etc. There is nothing a gay Jew can do in Orthodox Judaism except not exist. Many gay Orthodox Jews hide in sham marriages, condeming not only themselves to misery, but also their wives. See related links.Answer 2Since the question addresses Orthodox Judaism, it should be treated from an Orthodox viewpoint. Seeing the Tanakh (Jewish Bible) as outdated, or mistranslating verses at will, is the opposite of Orthodoxy. And Orthodox Judaism, which is based upon observance of the Torah, does not permit any sexual relations except between one man and one woman who are married to each other.
What is the name for people that try and convert people to other religions?
Evangelist. Proselytiser. Nuisance.
What is the difference between an reform Jew and an orthodox Jew?
Orthodox Jews observe a greater portion of the Torah's laws and traditions; they seek to preserve as much Jewish heritage as possible.Reform Jews tend to rely on traditional laws less and allow more modern influences.Conservative Jews try to strike a balance between tradition and modernity.Answer:Orthodox Jews are more traditional and believe in the ancient Torah.Reform Jews are more secular and change the words of the Torah to fit their secular lifestyles.Answer:Orthodox Judaism adheres to a relatively strict interpretation and application of the laws and ethics in the Torah and the Talmudic texts ("Oral Torah"). Orthodox Judaism consists of two different streams, the Modern Orthodox and the Ultra Orthodox, among whom are a wide spectrum of beliefs.Reform Judaism maintains that Judaism and Jewish traditions should be modernized and/or made compatible, including participation in the cultures around them, with many branches interpreting the Torah as a set of general guidelines rather than as a list of commands whose literal observance is required of all Jews.It's interesting to note that the Modern Orthodox also seek a certain degree of synthesis between Jewish values and law and the modern secular world.
Does Judaism accept converts?
Yes, but Orthodox Rabbis try to dissuade them 3 times, so that they know if it is a sincere conversion. The potential convert has to learn relevant Torah-laws, such as Sabbath-observance, etc. Non-Orthodox Rabbis will interview the person and assess their motivations. They may require several meetings.
Why didn't the Jews tell other Jews that what was going to happen to them?
If they were able to do so, Jews did try to warn other Jews, but once they had been rounded up to be sent to extermination camps they weren't able to phone or write home ...Those Jews who were politically active on the Left (and it was a minority) generally had a much better grasp of what the Nazis were really like - and tried to flee. However, most Jews were not polically active ...
Why were Jews unwilling to lead Gentiles to God?
This question is based on a false assumption. According to the Torah, Jews were chosen to show the world how man may live righteously by example. This did not require Jews to actively try to convert non-Jews to Judaism. Although Jews actively sought converts up to approximately 2100 years ago, not everyone had/s to become Jewish. From the Jewish perspective, it's far easier for non-Jews to live a righteous life than it is for Jews to.
