Conversion to Judaism: A Guidebook

Conversion to Judaism: A Guidebook First Edition book cover

Conversion to Judaism: A Guidebook First Edition

Author(s): Lawrence J. Epstein (Author)

  • Publisher: Jason Aronson
  • Publication Date: 1 July 1994
  • Edition: First Edition
  • Language: English
  • Print length: 300 pages
  • ISBN-10: 9781568211282
  • ISBN-13: 1568211287

Book Description

Conversion to Judaism provides information, advice, and support for individuals contemplating conversion to Judaism, as well as those who have converted and the families affected by this decision. With sensitivity and compassion, Lawrence J. Epstein offers an informative volume that warmly welcomes the newcomer to Judaism.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Down-to-earth and accessible, this guide will be useful for those looking for a thorough yet brief introduction to Judaism and the path toward conversion.

It should serve well, and represents a good motivational tool without in any way ‘preaching’ or utilizing devices that are meant to wheedle. Its forthright approach is one of its greatest assets.

This comprehensive book, infused by an attitude of welcome and understanding, will be useful to those who think of becoming Jewish, and to their families on both sides. One of my students said this was the most helpful guidebook for the would-be convert yet.

Though Jews are frequently referred to as ‘the people of the book, ‘ there are in fact very few books that one could read that would help a person become a part of the Jewish people if he or she was not born of it. In an age of the ‘user-friendly’ guide to virtually all interests and endeavors, Professor Epstein has performed a holy service in producing a ‘user-friendly’ guide to modern Judaism, making entrée into it readily available to all who might be interested.

About the Author

Lawrence J. Epstein is professor emeritus at Suffolk County Community College, where he taught courses on Jewish thought and culture. He served as Adviser on the Middle East for two members of the United States Congress. He is the author of numerous books, including The Basic Beliefs of Judaism, Converts to Judaism, and The Dream of Zion.

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