I was invited to a Seder, but am unsure if I'm allowed to go, I'm not Jewish.
2007-03-08 01:44:32 · 10 answers · asked by crazy stack 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Yes, you can and you should if you were invited.
Father K & MzJakes you are wrong. I am an Orthodox Jew and my rav (rabbi) also Orthodox has been known to invite over my non-Jewish friends to his Seder. Chabad sometimes hosts Seder that is open to the entire community (Jews and non-Jews). Where did you get this information from?
The Talmud teaches us that we are supposed to be the light onto the nations. We are supposed to set the example. The reason why you will not see non-Jews in most Orthodox seders is because most Orthodox Jews reside in Jewish neighborhoods, have Jewish friends, and associate themselves largely with their own Orthodox Jewry, especially the Hassidim (who hardly venture out of their own groups).
2007-03-10 12:52:04 · answer #1 · answered by MaxNHL 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I've never been to a seder, but if you want to crash one, just tell them your name is Elijah.(j/k) According to Wikipedia, there are non-Jewish and public seders, and the Last Supper was purported to be a seder. I'd say you're safe to accept!
2007-03-08 01:55:33 · answer #2 · answered by Black Dog 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The answer is, it depends. Generally speaking, Jewish law forbids a non-Jew from participating in the Seder. Some authorities may make an exception in the case of one who is in the process of converting. Conservative and Reform authorities, I believe, have also waived this law, although they have no basis to do so.
Best advice....call the synagogue your friend goes to and speak to the rabbi. Ask him (or her in the case of Reform and some Conservative synagogue) if it's proper for you to attend. If they say 'no', explain that to your friend and suggest to them that you join them for another meal during the festival, perhaps one of the sabbath meals.
2007-03-08 01:51:20 · answer #3 · answered by mzJakes 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Of course. Many Jewish families invite their non-Jewish friends to celebrate with them.
Don't be afraid to invite your Jewish friends to Christmas or Easter dinner. But have turkey, not ham.
2007-03-08 01:56:43 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely. I've been to a few and I don't follow any religion. All that matters is spending time with good friends, eating good food and drinking good wine. Go and enjoy yourself.
2007-03-08 01:49:51 · answer #5 · answered by Murazor 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You are allowed, I'm Jewish, it would be very rude to discriminate you from coming.
2007-03-08 01:54:35 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely. I have been to several. I always feel so honored to be asked to join - and I generally learn something new.
2007-03-08 01:49:49 · answer #7 · answered by rtistathrt 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Of course.
2007-03-08 18:49:53 · answer #8 · answered by mo mosh 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course they can, I have non-Jews at mine all the time.
2007-03-08 01:47:37 · answer #9 · answered by Quantrill 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Usually yes. However, among Orthodox Jews it is forbidden.
2007-03-08 01:49:49 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋