How to convert to Judaism by stevenrterry

"It was a wonderful experience, forcing inward introspection and, in my case, many changes to home life. "

How I did it: I did this by first looking at all the information that one can find on the internet such as Rabbi Ginsberg on YouTube. 

Next I worked closely with my local Rabbi.  Under his careful tutoring, much reading, making friends in the Jewish community I gained experience and knowlege. 

Lessons & tips: Take it slowly.  Baby steps.  One does not convert to Judaism in a day, week or month.  A year or more is needed.

Resources: There are too many books to list here.  Also used were convertingtojudaism.com, youtube.com, aish.com and many others.


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Jan 19, 2009, 10:34AM PST | 7 comments | 9 cheers


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watercolor chill and imagine

I am so

proud of you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Congratulations! How do you feel? I’m so excited for you and joyful!!!!

Wahooooooooooo!!!

Jan 19, 2009, 06:01PM PST | Respond to this 1 cheer

stevenrterry is ready for a quiet house

I feel

completely different, believe it or not. This has been a life altering event and I don’t expect to feel the same as I did before.

Long term, thought provoking goals can be transforming. This was. Thank you for your ongoing and continued support. You are the best!

Jan 20, 2009, 07:37PM PST | Respond to this 2 cheers

NoOneElse4sure

did you convert to orthodox judaism?

or no?

Feb 23, 03:02PM PST | Thread | Respond to this

stevenrterry is ready for a quiet house

Reform Judaism

I converted in a Reform congregation. I attend both a Reform and Conservative Synagogues.

Jun 30, 07:11AM PDT | Respond to this 1 cheer

caymans

Mazel tov, Steven!

I’m happy to hear that you completed your conversion. Congratulations to you, and may Judaism bring you much joy and peace.

Jun 14, 06:35AM PDT | Respond to this 1 cheer

c2976

Thank you

Thank you very much for sharing your journey here. I know that I’ve been following along with you for a while, and the thoughts and struggles you share help inspire me on my own conversion journey. :)

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