Thursday, May 31, 2018

About Jewish And Interfaith Rabbi

By Douglas Turner


Being a Jew in is not easy especially with the renewed and resurgence of anti semitic sentiment prevalent in the world. A Jewish and Interfaith Rabbi can be found in nearly any corner of the world to answer any questions one might have or be there to assist in the case of ceremonies that are required. It is not a faith seeking to spread its word throughout the world such as others.

It is a yearning that leads one onto a path such as this and it is an arduous one to say the least. The Rabbi can be consulted for advice on next to any subject and many find themselves asking questions especially when a couple loves each other where one is not of this faith. An interfaith Rabbi can steer a couple in the right direction and will usually consent to officiating a marriage where one partner is not a Jew.

Orthodox Judaism does not accept a marriage where one spouse is not Jewish but has undergone a wedding ceremony the Jewish way. Before a person can become affiliated and call themselves a Jew, one has to study and practice all the laws pertaining to this religion which can take up to three years to complete. They must a appear before a Beth Din which in simple terms is a court that will give the okay on many decisions concerning the faith.

A court of Law is called a Beth Din which translates to House of Judgement. Here all the laws that govern each and every individual within this faith, are adhered to and enforced. This is especially so for laws concerning dietary laws called Kashrut. This governs laws and practices so that any food that is bought off the shelf, be it animal or other, has the Beth Din stamp of approval for consumption.

Before partaking of any food, a strict check is done whether the food being eaten has passed the dietary requirements as stipulated by the Beth Din. Booklets can be bought that cover all the products that are kosher in a particular area. Apart from this, an emblem can found on the product itself that shows which Beth Din has okayed the product for consumption.

A Hechsher is the seal of approval and when wanting to purchase products, it is necessary that there be one on the product itself. Apart from this, many Beth Dins worldwide, put out a book month on month listing all the products that are permissible for consumption. This is just a small fraction of the bigger whole as it means to be a practicing Jew.

It is not an easy road and it requires a change in lifestyle. It is a beautiful and peaceful religion and it is one that is adored by all who practice it. It is a means in coming closer to the Maker of all things and it is one that teaches compassion, love, patience and contentment. When so to speak, graduating, one takes on a new soul and is incorporated as a member in the house of Israel.

It is said that once the converter graduates, they take on a different soul. Interfaith Rabbis can assist with this transition. It is a life changing event and one that is taken on by many especially because of marital reasons.




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