What will I have to do, learn, consider tec if I become Jewish? (I´m Christian right now)
2007-01-11 06:03:50 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Making the decision to become Jewish isn't one to be taken lightly. Keep in mind that you will have to abandon a lot of the ideas, concepts and holidays that you grew up believing in. You will need to contact a Rabbi and will start conversion classes, that could take up to a year and a half, where you will learn about the history of Judaism, the values, the Torah and the holidays. It is alot of studying, and a lot of questioning, of yourself and of the religion. One of the things that Christians converting to Judaism have a hard time grasping is not believing in Jesus as the "Messiah". And of course all that goes with Jesus (and no Christmas). Consider your children in the conversion (if there are any). Its difficult for children to understand the change, but they offer classes (Hebrew School) for children. Judaism is a beautiful religion filled with tradition, history, community, family and ONE God. If you find in your heart that Judaism is for you, it takes a commitment, but well worth it. Best of Luck!
2007-01-11 06:21:34 · answer #1 · answered by evilbandit 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I believe it depends on if you are going to convert to an orthodox Jewish way of life or a reformed one. There doesn't seem to be too many requirements for a reformed Jewish convert. Obviously an orthodox convert will have to assume the rules of dress, diet, and ceremony before fully converting.
Jewish people historically do not accept that jesus was the messiah. This is how they differ from christians. There is a small group who do support jesus called "jews for jesus." They have a website as well.
2007-01-11 06:11:18 · answer #2 · answered by jenn_smithson 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You have to ponder whether it's worth the risk. As a Christian, you accept Christ as your personal savior from eternal damnation. That's pretty heavy. Jews believe that the messiah is coming, but that it wasn't Christ. They're still waiting for the 1st coming of the messiah, and don't accept Christ as such.
I don't know why you would want to jump from a faith in Christ to one that does not practice this. Read the first 4 books of the New Testament again and see if you still want to do this. It's a REAL serious decision. Please consider the eternal ramifications.
2007-01-11 06:27:45 · answer #3 · answered by The Truth Hurts! Ouch! 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is no need for a non-Jew to become a Jew, although conversion is possible for those who truly desire to join the nation of Israel and take on the responsibility of being a Jew. God is accessible to all.
The Torah outlines 7 universal laws for all mankind to follow (Jew and non-Jew) known as the sheva mitzvot b'nei noach or the Noahide Covenant.
2007-01-11 13:59:21 · answer #4 · answered by mo mosh 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, imagining that you are converting into orthodox, you will be expected to learn about jewish history, jewish values, jewish law, jewish holidays, shabbat, etc. and you will be expected to study biblical hebrew as well. if you are converting through conservative, the requirements will be less, and if through reform, the requirements will be even lesser. they also will not convert you until they are convinced that you have completely abandoned christianity and belief in jesus as the son of G-d.
2007-01-11 07:19:52 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well they're gonna teach you the jewish scripture which is called the torah anyway it's basically the old testament of the bible anyway they are probably gonna teach you the history of judaism and the culture and the customs and holidays and everything you need to know
2007-01-11 06:18:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to a synagogue and talk to the rabbi about it. You will have to learn the rituals and laws of Judaism. Don't be upset if they turn you away at first. Jews don't accept converts easily because we want you to be sure that is what you truly want. Can I ask you why you want to do this? Don't misunderstand me...I'm Jewish and would be happy to welcome you into the fold, but I'm curious why you want to do this?
2007-01-11 06:09:03 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
it depends on which branch of Judaism you would be interested in. check with your local synagogues (i recommend reform, for simplicity) and see if any of them offer a "Judaism 101" type of class. that way, you can attend the classes, learn a little about Judaism, and decide from there if you still want to become Jewish.
2007-01-11 06:09:39 · answer #8 · answered by SmartAleck 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Why would you want to become jewish?
2007-01-11 06:32:26 · answer #9 · answered by Michael 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You'll have to meet with a Rabbi to set up some classes.
2007-01-11 06:07:43 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋