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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: *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.Product Identifiers
PublisherRowman & Littlefield
ISBN-139781442208483
eBay Product ID (ePID)111741290
Product Key Features
Book TitleBecoming Jewish: the Challenges, Rewards, and Paths to Conversion
AuthorSteven Carr Reuben, Jennifer S. Hanin
FormatHardcover
LanguageEnglish
TopicLiterature, Judaism
Publication Year2011
Dimensions
Item Height237mm
Item Width164mm
Additional Product Features
Title_AuthorJennifer S. Hanin, Steven Carr Reuben
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States