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The Challenges, Rewards, and Paths to Conversion
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Artikel-Nr:
9781442208490
Veröffentl:
2011
Seiten:
272
Autor:
Steven Carr Reuben
eBook Typ:
EPUB
Kopierschutz:
Adobe DRM [Hard-DRM]
Sprache:
Englisch
Beschreibung:
Becoming Jewish is the first all-inclusive, step-by-step guide to converting to Judaism. Steven Carr Reuben, a highly respected rabbi, and Jennifer S. Hanin, a convert to the faith, lead readers through every step of the process and infuse a focus on developing a healthy spiritual life, while helping readers understand what it means to be Jewish, absorb Jewish teachings, and live a Jewish life.
Becoming Jewish is the first all-inclusive, step-by-step guide to converting to Judaism. Steven Carr Reuben, a highly respected rabbi, and Jennifer S. Hanin, a convert to the faith, lead readers through the conversion process, providing the right mix of advice, resources and humor for the journey.
Jews-to-be often find the steps to Judaism foreign, complex, and mysterious. From learning an ancient language, to entering the mikvah (ritual bath), to choosing a Hebrew name, to circumcision, to appearing before a bet din (Jewish court), becoming a Jew is anything but quick and easy. In this engaging and accessible guide, Reuben and Hanin offer practical wisdom for every step of conversion, including:
Throughout, the authors focus on developing a healthy spiritual life, while helping readers understand what it means to be Jewish, absorb Jewish teachings, and live a Jewish life.
Jews-to-be often find the steps to Judaism foreign, complex, and mysterious. From learning an ancient language, to entering the mikvah (ritual bath), to choosing a Hebrew name, to circumcision, to appearing before a bet din (Jewish court), becoming a Jew is anything but quick and easy. In this engaging and accessible guide, Reuben and Hanin offer practical wisdom for every step of conversion, including:
- telling family and friends
- selecting a denomination
- choosing a rabbi
- understanding Jewish rituals
- celebrating Jewish holidays
- putting aside childhood holidays
- keeping ties to the past
- advice on weddings, raising kids, and more
Throughout, the authors focus on developing a healthy spiritual life, while helping readers understand what it means to be Jewish, absorb Jewish teachings, and live a Jewish life.
Foreword by Bob Saget
Acknowledgments
Introduction: The Inspiration for Becoming Jewish
Chapter 1: Finding New Meaning
Making the TransitionWhat Defines a Jew?Why is Culture so Important?Why Convert?What Is Involved?Choosing a Hebrew NameGetting StartedRabbi ShoppingFinding Community Online
The Right Rabbi for YouJewish Denominations
Do You Need to Learn Hebrew?Will Your Children Need to Convert?Using this Book
Chapter 2: Belonging vs. Believing
Belief-Based Religion
Belonging-Based Religion
Will Jews Accept You as a Convert?
Will Family and Friends Accept You?
What Does “Religious” Mean?
Labels Belong on Products
More than a Religion
Your Jewish Inheritance Room
Developing Your Own Jewish Customs
Chapter 3: Telling Family & Friends
Topics Considered Taboo
Be Honest
Find a Neutral Setting
Gaining Support
Do it for You
More Than You Bargained For
Those Awkward Moments
Start Living It
Chapter 4: Hitting the Books
Choosing Your Path
Seeing with a Jewish Set of Eyes
TMI!
Just Do It
Chapter 5: Learning an Ancient Language
Really? Is Hebrew Required?
Language of the Torah
Curl Up with the Dead Sea Scrolls
Help!
But It Looks So Different
Your Secret Decoder Ring
Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained
Worth the Effort
Chapter 6: Honoring Shabbat
Rock Star Status
Making Shabbat Yours
The Three Traditional Shabbat Rituals
A Blessing for Children
Do-It-Yourself Shabbat
Weekly Farewell Party
Chapter 7: Holidays & Holy Days
Early or Late?
More Holidays than You Can Shake a Lulav At
Make Your Sukkah Shine
The Miracle of Religious Freedom
The Three-Hour Meal
Chapter 8: Facing the Bet DinBehind the Bet DinUse “We” TermsDon’t Sweat It
Assessing Your Intent
Cramming Sold Separately
Chapter 9: Mikvah and More
The Mikvah
Modesty Takes a Backseat
Conversion Ceremony
Circumcision
Hatafat Dam BritBrit Milah
Brit Milah for NewbornsCalming Conversion Jitters
Chapter 10: Tradition
Why Tradition Matters
More Than a Nursery
Tying the Knot
R.I.P.
Sacred Rituals & Customs
Knowing What’s Important
Cornerstones of Judaism
Making it Work
Chapter 11: Living Single
The Many Meanings of “Family” Finding Your Own “Jewish Mother”Don’t Amputate Your Past
Chapter 12: All This for a Wedding?
Turning Two Into One
More Than Art
Four Poles and Some FrabicWalking in CirclesGetting to “I Do”Sheva Berachot (Seven Blessings) The Plain Gold BandThe Groom Wore Steel-Toed ShoesGetting a GetChapter 13: Raising Jewish KidsHang On! Help is On Its Way
Q & A
Live It Yourself
Chapter 14: Adult B’nai Mitzvah and Beyond Rite of Passage
Facing Your Fears
What Can You Expect?
Adult B’nai Mitzvah Syllabus—Conservative
What Else Can You Learn?
Virtual Learning
Chapter 15: Is Madonna Jewish?
Understanding the Roots
What is Kabbalah?The Five Layers
Kabbalah is Jewish
Kabbalah is NOT JudaismTrying Pop KabbalahIs Kabbalah for You?
Chapter 16: Do They Hate You Too?
Centuries of Jew Hating
Eyes Wide Open
Should You Be Concerned?
Is There a Bull’s-Eye on Your Back?
Fertile Grounds for Antisemites
How to Avoid Haters
What Can You Do About It?
Reporting Hate Crimes & Beyond
You’re Not Alone
Wave of Holocaust Denial
Finding the Jewish Activist in You
Show Your Chutzpah
Chapter 17: Everyone Matters
The Gloved One
Why So Many Lawyers?
Making it Your Own
Chapter 18: Children of Israel
It Just Feels Different
Bill Said it Best
Peace of Pipedream?
Act for Israel
All Corners of the Globe
Am Yisrael Chai!
Appendix I: Thirty-Nine Types of Work Forbidden On ShabbatAppendix II: Conversion Course-Orthodox
Glossary
ResourcesIndex
Acknowledgments
Introduction: The Inspiration for Becoming Jewish
Chapter 1: Finding New Meaning
Making the TransitionWhat Defines a Jew?Why is Culture so Important?Why Convert?What Is Involved?Choosing a Hebrew NameGetting StartedRabbi ShoppingFinding Community Online
The Right Rabbi for YouJewish Denominations
Do You Need to Learn Hebrew?Will Your Children Need to Convert?Using this Book
Chapter 2: Belonging vs. Believing
Belief-Based Religion
Belonging-Based Religion
Will Jews Accept You as a Convert?
Will Family and Friends Accept You?
What Does “Religious” Mean?
Labels Belong on Products
More than a Religion
Your Jewish Inheritance Room
Developing Your Own Jewish Customs
Chapter 3: Telling Family & Friends
Topics Considered Taboo
Be Honest
Find a Neutral Setting
Gaining Support
Do it for You
More Than You Bargained For
Those Awkward Moments
Start Living It
Chapter 4: Hitting the Books
Choosing Your Path
Seeing with a Jewish Set of Eyes
TMI!
Just Do It
Chapter 5: Learning an Ancient Language
Really? Is Hebrew Required?
Language of the Torah
Curl Up with the Dead Sea Scrolls
Help!
But It Looks So Different
Your Secret Decoder Ring
Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained
Worth the Effort
Chapter 6: Honoring Shabbat
Rock Star Status
Making Shabbat Yours
The Three Traditional Shabbat Rituals
A Blessing for Children
Do-It-Yourself Shabbat
Weekly Farewell Party
Chapter 7: Holidays & Holy Days
Early or Late?
More Holidays than You Can Shake a Lulav At
Make Your Sukkah Shine
The Miracle of Religious Freedom
The Three-Hour Meal
Chapter 8: Facing the Bet DinBehind the Bet DinUse “We” TermsDon’t Sweat It
Assessing Your Intent
Cramming Sold Separately
Chapter 9: Mikvah and More
The Mikvah
Modesty Takes a Backseat
Conversion Ceremony
Circumcision
Hatafat Dam BritBrit Milah
Brit Milah for NewbornsCalming Conversion Jitters
Chapter 10: Tradition
Why Tradition Matters
More Than a Nursery
Tying the Knot
R.I.P.
Sacred Rituals & Customs
Knowing What’s Important
Cornerstones of Judaism
Making it Work
Chapter 11: Living Single
The Many Meanings of “Family” Finding Your Own “Jewish Mother”Don’t Amputate Your Past
Chapter 12: All This for a Wedding?
Turning Two Into One
More Than Art
Four Poles and Some FrabicWalking in CirclesGetting to “I Do”Sheva Berachot (Seven Blessings) The Plain Gold BandThe Groom Wore Steel-Toed ShoesGetting a GetChapter 13: Raising Jewish KidsHang On! Help is On Its Way
Q & A
Live It Yourself
Chapter 14: Adult B’nai Mitzvah and Beyond Rite of Passage
Facing Your Fears
What Can You Expect?
Adult B’nai Mitzvah Syllabus—Conservative
What Else Can You Learn?
Virtual Learning
Chapter 15: Is Madonna Jewish?
Understanding the Roots
What is Kabbalah?The Five Layers
Kabbalah is Jewish
Kabbalah is NOT JudaismTrying Pop KabbalahIs Kabbalah for You?
Chapter 16: Do They Hate You Too?
Centuries of Jew Hating
Eyes Wide Open
Should You Be Concerned?
Is There a Bull’s-Eye on Your Back?
Fertile Grounds for Antisemites
How to Avoid Haters
What Can You Do About It?
Reporting Hate Crimes & Beyond
You’re Not Alone
Wave of Holocaust Denial
Finding the Jewish Activist in You
Show Your Chutzpah
Chapter 17: Everyone Matters
The Gloved One
Why So Many Lawyers?
Making it Your Own
Chapter 18: Children of Israel
It Just Feels Different
Bill Said it Best
Peace of Pipedream?
Act for Israel
All Corners of the Globe
Am Yisrael Chai!
Appendix I: Thirty-Nine Types of Work Forbidden On ShabbatAppendix II: Conversion Course-Orthodox
Glossary
ResourcesIndex