Why do people convert to Judaism? Led by Meorah Ha-Meir, five individuals share heartfelt stories of their journeys to Judaism.
Exploring the challenges, faith, and resilience it takes to embrace a new identity, their experiences highlight the courage it takes to follow a calling that feels destined, and the spiritual fulfillment they found along the way.
Big Ideas
- Rabbis actively discourage people from converting to Judaism.
- Under Jewish law, converts to Judaism are to be considered fully Jewish.
- Converts can face a number of challenges as they adapt to their new Jewish lifestyle.
Essential Questions
- Why doesn’t Judaism recruit or encourage people to convert?
- What are some of the difficulties and challenges people experience when converting to Judaism?
- What can Jews do to welcome a convert?
