Not by Birth Alone: Conversion to Judaism

by Walter Homolka (Editor)

Whom do Jews consider to be Jewish? Is one born a Jew? Does one have a choice? Marriage, religious conviction, feelings of guilt in the face of history have all been reasons for seeking membership of the Jewish community. What are the practical issues for someone wishing to convert to Judaism? International contributors describe in this volume the manifold theological, legal, sociological, and psychological aspects to the phenomenon of the new children of Abraham, and people who have confronted this issue in their own lives tell their stories.

Genres: Nonfiction, Judaism

210 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1995

Reviews

[Bex · Rating 5 out of 5]

So important I think the title is a shame because this isn't really about this one niche issue it's about the future(s) of jewish identity in a post-emancipation post-zionist post-halachic world & in that sense has an incredibly wide relevance. We need an updated edition so bad but it would either be deeply unserious or have to say some pretty unwelcome truths about zionism lol

[Emily · Rating 3 out of 5]

Needed to read this for a university project. Gave me what i needed and also gave me some insights into conversion in history, and personal accounts. Perfect for my project.