Conversion to Judaism

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A Transformation of Self

FEATURED ARTICLES ON CONVERSION

From Idea to Realization: The Conversion Process

Study, Jewish experiences, making a commitment, and undergoing an ancient ritual.

Problems with Conversion Today
Why the Jewish movements don’t agree about the basics.

Mirroring the Birth of the Jewish People

Identifying with Jewish fate and destiny.

Kosher Converts

A beit din, or Jewish court, is the sole arbiter of legitimate conversions.

A Biblical Phenomenon?
In ancient Israel outsiders assimilated into the Jewish people rather than converting to the religion.

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How To

How to deal with negative attitudes about converts

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Bibliography

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