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Choosing a Jewish Life: A Handbook for People Converting to Judaism and for Their Family and Friends
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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 296.71
EAN: 9780805241372
Edition: 1
ISBN: 080524137X
Label: Schocken
Manufacturer: Schocken
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 294
Publication Date: April 01, 1997
Publisher: Schocken
Release Date: April 01, 1997
Studio: Schocken
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"As a rabbi and a convert, I appreciate this book deeply for its sensitivity to the complex feelings of those who are exploring paths to becoming Jewish, and for the deep love of Judaism it conveys. I will give it to every interfaith couple, and recommend that they give it to their parents. It is wonderful! "
--Rachel Cowan, co-author of Mixed Blessings
In the same knowledgeable, reassuring, and respectful style that has made her one of the most admired writers of guides to Jewish practices and rituals, Anita Diamant provides advice and information that can transform the act of conversion into an extraordinary journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth.
Married to a convert herself, Diamant anticipates all the questions, doubts, and concerns, provides a comprehensive explanation of the rules and rituals of conversion, and offers practical guidance toward creating a Jewish identity.
Here you will learn how to choose a rabbi, a synagogue, a denomination, a Hebrew name; how to handle the difficulty of putting aside Christmas; what happens at the mikvah (the ritual bath) or at a hatafat dam brit (circumcision ritual for those already circumcised); how to find your footing in a new spiritual family that is not always well prepared to receive you; and how not to lose your bonds to your family of origin.
Sensitive, sympathetic, and insightful, Choosing a Jewish Life provides everything necessary to make conversion a joyful and spiritually meaningful experience.
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This book was just what I needed, I was looking for insight and explanations into and for the Jewish Faith, and how I may be integrated into it. This is not a "preachy" book, simply a guide to "translate" all things concerning the process of converting to Judaism- what's involved. It is left to the reader if indeed he or she is ready or wanting to become Jewish. But it is fascinating reading, and I highly recommend it to both those seriously considering conversion, and to those that are curious, ... Read More
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As mentioned in some other reviews, this book is an excellent source for those interested in REFORM Judaism, not Orthodox, and is especially geared toward those converting because of a relationship. It is beautifully written and made me feel that I could be loved and accepted for a vast variety of beliefs and feelings.
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Choosing a Jewish Life is easy to read and contains a lot of good information for people convering to Judaism. It is geared toward people approaching marriage to Jews, but not exclusively.
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This book was recommended to me by my college's rabbi after I met with him regarding my interest in conversion. It's well-written, and conversational without being condescending; all of the steps involved are described in detail (as long as you are not considering an orthodox conversion - she is upfront about the fact that the book is written from a Reform/Conservative perspective).
My one complaint is that I had been hoping that she'd spend more time discussing two things: the unique ... Read More
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This author covers family issues that are encountered upon conversion, choosing you rabbi, conversion study, conversion of children, and the conversion process itself.
I especially liked the bibliography. She lists other books that may be of help in that she points you in the right direction if you are considering a certain movement. For example, if you are interested in pursuing the Reform movement she mentions the book Choosing Judaism, for the Conservative book there is Becoming Jewish, ... Read More
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