Choosing a Jewish life : a handbook for people converting to Judaism and for their family and friends
Type
Book
Authors
ISBN 10
0805210954
ISBN 13
9780805210958
Category
NON-FICTION
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Publication Year
1997
Publisher
Pages
236
Subject
Conversion -- Judaism -- Handbooks, manuals, etc. ; Jewish converts -- Handbooks, manuals, etc. ;
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Abstract
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.
Biblio Notes
Notes:
Originally published: New York : Schocken Books, ©1997.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 227-234).
Originally published: New York : Schocken Books, ©1997.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 227-234).
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