is it easier to become a doctor/lawyer/accountant if ur jewish?
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it's easier if u have a specific education for those jobs.
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Just stand up when they stand up, and sit down when they sit down. Dont write while there. There is no passing the hat or an offering taken at Jewish services, so you dont have to worry about that. You might be asked to wear the Yarmulke if it is a service at a Conservative or Orthodox congregation, sometimes at a Reform one too. Dress nicely.\n\nKnow you, and all, are welcome, "My house shall be a house of prayer for all people," as Gd said in Isaiah.
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Hi! I went to a very religious Jewish school. It is very different than public school, though I dont know exactly how, since I was never in public school. This is what I do know:\n\n1) My school was only for Jewish Girls (no boys)\n\n2) only Jewish teachers. Most of the girls that graduate go on to become teachers in Jewish schools. (You dont need a degree since we dont believe in going to college)\n\n3) We have longer hours: 8:45 to 5:00 (sometimes till 4:15)\n\n4) We pray every morning in class and learn Jewish studies until Lunch -which is over at 1:00. From 1 till 4:15 or 5 we learn the English subjects - Math, History, Global, First Aid, Methods (to learn how to teach) Computers, typing, P.A.D., English Literature and Writing, Home Economics, Sewing, Art and Gym.\n\n5) I think we do much better academically than public school student. We were all required to take the Math A, Global History, American History, Biology, Hebrew and English regents. (Math B and Chemistry regent was optional) and just about everybody passed with flying colors. \n\n6) There is no such concept as school not being safe, gaurds, metal detectors or stealing in the school.\n\n7) We all know each other and are close knit. It is sort of like one big family, since we are all Jewish.\n\n8) There is a lot more respect for the teachers/principals - although the level of respect unfortunately has diminished slightly over the years. \n\nI hope I answered your questions!!
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Yes, Jesus was Jewish until He fulfilled the Old Law and brought in the New Law, which we call Christianity because we accepted Him as the Christ. The New Law allows us to eat pork, which was formerly forbidden.\nMy family happens to eat Tamales for Christmas. Yum! Our ancestors were from Castile, Spain, so that is our tradition.
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There are two very important things to remember about this:\n\n1)  G-d is a god of grace and giving.  If your Rabbi says that it is very important (either to him, or to the synogogue, or whatever) for you to have this mat mitzvah, then, unless you have a solid objection, it is good to offer him the grace of doing it.  Do your best to learn what you need to learn, and share your concerns with your Rabbi and your parents.  They'll help you through it and help you figure out what the best decisions are.  Don't be too concerned about "making a mistake" or "messing up."  Just do the best you can, and G-d will be pleased with you.  Seek after him (like the deer after water, yes?) and you will always find him; honor him in your heart and mind, and he will accept your offering with pleasure, whether anyone else thinks it is grand or small.\n\n2)  Christianity is Judaism.  In case any kind of conflict arises (in you or family, or whatever), remember that Jesus is the *JEWISH* Messiah.  I, myself, converted to the faith of Abraham long ago and I celebrate his messiah, the son of David, who is my own savior as well.  There are many Christians who do not understand that when they accepted Jesus, they were coming into the Jewish faith, and there are many Jews who do not understand that Jesus is the messiah.  But everyone is where he is, and G-d is faithful to bring each one to him, when they trust in his son, the Messiah.  When a Jew sees this, he distinguishes himself from one who doesn't by calling himself a "Messianic Jew" (instead of a Christian ... usually the word "Christian" these days means gentiles who converted and became Messianic Jews).  For more information, check out this site:  http://www.mjaa.org/
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YES. look through youth groups for thier programs. Jewish youth groups I know of are \n\nUSY and BBYO. USY has some GREAT oppertunities to go away, usually around the US to do mitzvah projects with other jew your age.
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Messianic ""Jewish"" congregations of course welcome visitors. No, a person does not have to be born a Jew to join a messianic congregation. \n\nAs a matter of fact, the majority of their members were not ever Jewish up until recently, and this is also true about their messianic ""rabbis."" Many of them change their names to something that sounds stereotypically Jewish, in order to better target those they want to convert to Christianity.\n\nAs the success of this newest technique in missionizing the less knowledgeable Jews increased, the percentage of membership of ex-Jews as members of their messianic congregations has also increased, now running about 50-50.\n\nIt is also interesting to note that a large number of people converting TO Judaism have come to real Judaism from having been exposed to Messianic ""Judaism."" \n\nWhat you should expect at a messianic congregation is that all references to Christian theology has been changed to make it sound more Jewish, and therefore more pallatable to their targets. They will only refer to Jesus as 'Yeshua' (which would not have been his name), they will say 'moshiach' instead of 'christ,' they will say 'synagogue' instead of 'church,' and on and on, in keeping with the techniques described in the book Understanding Church Growth by Donald MacGavran, who helped the idea of Indiginous Cultural Evangelism get started. \n\nThe services will sound very Jewish, usually a lot of (mispronounced) Hebrew, and prayers will have been changed to add the Christian theology of Jesus to them, again, to make the service more familiar to their targets.\n\nRemember that these messianic congregations need member$hip, and so they also target those Christians who want to know more about the ""Jewish roots"" of Christianity as well, so you will be very welcomed.
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For sure you can.  You know, it's funny - though I'm actually a Jew by birth (and therefore not considered a convert, but rather a returnee), I, like you, am a former Christian.  In Jewish communities, the Rabbi (lit. "Teacher") typically counsels people on a wide variety of issues, from technical questions on Jewish religious law, to personal life decisions.  I couldn't see one turning away someone seeking advice (though it is customary to discourage conversions for a variety of reasons, the least of which being that Judaism teaches that you don't need to be a Jew just to get on G-d's good side) just because they weren't Jewish.  And if he does, the guy's probably just a jerk; nothing to do with religion.\n\nWhat kind of advice are you looking for?  Is it something that could possibly be given online?  If so, the Lubavitchers have a website where you can talk with their spiritual counselors live one-on-one - www.askmoses.com.  They get questions from Jews and Gentiles alike, all the time.  And while they're not the most mainstream of groups (even among orthodox Jews), most of the advice you could get from them would probably be pretty solid.\n\nThen there's Aish HaTorah - check out their site at http://www.aish.com ...I'm sure there's contact info on there somewhere.\n\nAnd if you question is specifically related to issues involving Judaism and Christianity, I would recommend contacting the people at Jews for Judaism, http://www.jewsforjudaism.com .\n\nIf none of those options are doing it for you, simply seek out and contact your local synagogue.\n\nNote that there are significant differences in the Reform, Conservative, and Orthodox approaches to spirituality.  I'm strictly old-school, so I would recommend seeking out your local orthodox rabbi if you're in need of advice, especially on spiritual matters.  But basically I'm just mentioning this so that you know that you might get completely different advice from a Jewish advisor, depending on their particular religious bent.\n\nOne last thought - if you're looking for advice because Christianity doesn't really speak to you, but you're still interested in Biblical wisdom, there's a growing group of people who believe in Torah but don't actually convert to Judaism.  A lot of them are former Christians (who left the fold after reading their "Old Testament" a little too carefully).  Anyway, these folks follow the covenant G-d established with Noah (the archetypal righteous non-Jew), and the Noachide Commandments (not the same as the Ten Commandments, though there are some in common).  They call themselves Noachides or B'nei Noach (Children of Noah, as opposed to Jews who are referred to as B'nei Yisroel, the Children of Israel), and they are in every sense of the word Torah-observant gentiles.  Personally, I think they're pretty cool.  You can read more on the Noachide stuff here: http://www.aish.com/literacy/judaism123/The_7_Noachide_Laws.asp\n\nI hope you find whatever it is you're looking for.
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The best advice is to find and speak with a knowledgeable rabbi.  Here are some genralities:\n\n\n1. Do a lot of reading.  Think about the various "streams" of Orthodox vs Conservative vs Reform vs Reconstructionist, and decide which of these best fits you.\n\n2.  Having done so, visit several nearby synagogues within the stream you have chosen and speak with the chief rabbi. You should then choose which of these rabbis you want to work with.\n\n3.  The rabbi will lay out a course of study for you, but will probably start by asking why you want to become a Jew by Choice.\n\n4. You will take the course of study the rabbi proposes.\n\n5. Meanwhile you will attend synagogue services, and you will learn various rituals.\n\n6. You will attend various discussion groups with people also becoming Jews by Choice.\n\n7. You will take a final exam, and you will make various commitments.\n\n8. A male would probably need to be circumcized if he is not already.  A woman may need to be immersed in a bath called a mikveh.\n\n9. You may need to appear before a group of scholars and answer their questions.\n\nJews do not actively try to ocnvert non-Jews.  However, it is a wonderful thing for the Jewish Community when someone voluntarily decides to become a Jew by Choice.  The clergy and the Jewish Community will welcome you with open arms and do everything we can to help you succeed.  G-d bless you in your journey.\n\nhttp://www.convertingtojudaism.com/\nhttp://www.uscj.org/intmar/shouldi.html\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conversion_to_Judaism
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Im Christian also, no u havent lost ur religion at all, U do not have to be Jewish to be a child of Christ, may i suggest going to ur pastor, or someone very strong in their faith that u can talk face to face to about this.
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Contrary to popular belief, being Jewish is NOT a requirement. Under the LAW of RETURN, anyone of Jewish descent is automatically granted citizenship. Non-Jews have other requirements to become citizens. Contact an Israeli consulate for that information.
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No.  All you really need is to pay attention to details and be willing to put up with semi-tedious work.  If you put your mind to it, you can easily become an accountant.
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It can be either.  For instance, I have a friend who is Anglo, but he's religiously a Jew. And my best friend (last name Steiner) has never been to temple and is not technically Jewish since her mother's a gentile.\n\nSince few people convert to Judaism, most of those who follow the Jewish faith are ethnically Jews.  But there's a weird grey area, so both you and your boyfriend are right.
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In order to convert, you have to go through a process.  It involves many things, including meetings with a Rabbi.  You should go to your local synagogue or temple and see what their requirements are to convert.  It is a significant process and not fast or easy.  Several friends have done it and they are very happy with being jewish.  Start attending the local jewish house of worship and ask about conversion classes.
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Yes, if you speak fluent English. It's even easier if you're also fluent in French.
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I'm not entirely sure what being Jewish has to do with Boston Legal.  \n\nI enjoy this show very much, particularly because of its political and social commentary.  The good thing about living in a democracy is that its citizens have the power - and the right - to critique their government and to push for change.  If Boston Legal wants to use their one hour a week to do that, then they have every right to.  Just because you question your government doesn't mean that you're not a good American.\n\nPeople all over the world recognize that freedom of speech is one of the most important rights necessary for a functioning society.  Speaking your mind doesn't make you less patriotic; in fact, it makes you more.
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I wouldn't think it is limited to just Israel. I'm sure its like that all over the world, even in the US. People obtain and absorb knowledge differently. Like me and my hubby for example: I had to study really hard in college to make good grades....my hubby could just put minimum effort in and get straight A's.