Best for people who are converting because of marriage

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	• Choosing a Jewish Life: A Handbook for People Converting to Judaism and for Their Family and Friends Anita Diamant Schocken, 1998 - 320 pages average customer review:based on 47 reviews view larger image
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This book has a lot of useful information for conversion. The only drawback was that it was written for people converting for a partner who is Jewish. Not all people convert for this reason so it is not a one size fits all conversion book.

Best for people who are converting because of marriage

This book reads well and eases fears about conversion. However, I think it is a better choice for those converting due to marriage.

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Absolutely wonderful book!

This is a great book. It explained a lot of things for me when I was contemplating conversion. After making my decision, I actually gave the book to my mom to help her understand my decision.
I highly recommend this book for anyone thinking about converting.

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An informative, reassuring guide to conversion

Anita Diamant--author of The Red Tent--takes a warming, welcoming approach in her guide for those of us considering converting to Judaism. She covers a wide range of topics: beginning with her husband's conversion experience, she discusses the process of converting itself; selecting a Rabbi; families' and friends'reactions; choosing a Hebrew name; celebrating the event; and so on. While there are books that may go into far more detail, Diamant's book is a wonderful place to start reading about conversion. If nothing else, she has a knack for understanding and discussing honestly the worries and obstacles a potential convert might face. Personally, I found it inspiring--like having a close and trusted friend supporting you through your first forays into conversion. It's an excellent basic introduction to the subject.

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The "Gateway Book" for Converts!

Perfect book for a young soul searcher!

The second I opened the package you couldn't force me to put it down. I t was very informative and will really help you narrow your path if you have decided upon Judaism.

I bought the book as a convert into the Reform Temple but after reading this and doing much more studying, I am living as an Orthodox Jew.

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Married to a convert herself, Anita Diamant provides advice and information that can transform the act of conversion into an extraordinary journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth.

Here you will learn how to choose a rabbi, a synagogue, a denomination, a Hebrew name; how to handle the difficulty of putting aside Christmas; what happens at the mikvah (ritual bath) or at a hatafat dam brit (circumcision ritual for those already circumcised); how to find your footing in a new spiritual family that is not always well prepared to receive you; and how not to lose your bonds to your family of origin. Diamant anticipates all the questions, doubts, and concerns, and provides a comprehensive explanation of the rules and rituals of conversion.

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