or are they like Catholic priests,celebate?
2006-08-13 02:35:52 · 16 answers · asked by tamara 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Rabbi's can marry, they are encouraged to do so to set an example to the community they lead
2006-08-13 02:38:19 · answer #1 · answered by SunnyDays 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think yes. I do believe it is encouraged. I think anyone who has a desire to marry and have children should be allowed. The celibate thing with Catholic priests is something I think needs to be changed. I don't think it will stop the molestation of young boys. When a man has a desire for a young boy no woman will ever satisfy him. But if a man wants to marry and have a family I think no one or no religion should stand in the way of that.
2006-08-13 03:00:04 · answer #2 · answered by smtis@sbcglobal.net 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually, it's kind of mandatory for a Rabbi to be married. It sets an example for the Jewish community he ministers to... and shows that he follows God's word in marriage and multiplying. You wouldn't make a very good example of being one who teaches others God's "word" if you aren't following it yourself.
2006-08-13 03:14:57 · answer #3 · answered by Kithy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Judaism, is a religion of pleasure. The very first commandment given to man, was given to Adam in the Garden of Eden "Be fruitful and multiply".
For more info about Judaism and marriage visit http://www.aish.com/family/marriage/
2006-08-14 08:01:25 · answer #4 · answered by Letz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely! Family and community is what Judaism is all about. No human is ever elevated to any higher status in Judaism. Separating oneself from the community is to be discouraged!
2006-08-13 03:30:59 · answer #5 · answered by Hatikvah 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm pretty Reform Rabbis can.
2006-08-13 02:39:20 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
They are allowed to marry and have children.
2006-08-13 02:39:24 · answer #7 · answered by IndyT- For Da Ben Dan 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sure hope so. My great-grandfather was a rabbi, and without him - I wouldn't be here.
2006-08-13 02:43:10 · answer #8 · answered by MrsMike 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They can marry .
Priests can`t marry women ,they just molest altar boys.
2006-08-13 02:40:42 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
yes they can.... in fact, it is encouraged.... my rabbi has 4 kids and a pretty wife
2006-08-13 02:41:30 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋