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The Ultimate Chanukah Gift Guide for Jewish Converts & Conversion Candidates – 60+ Gift Ideas!

Finding a meaningful gift for someone in the middle of converting to Judaism — or celebrating becoming Jewish — can feel unexpectedly tricky. (Or for this person at Hanukkah! Or maybe you’re making a wish list for yourself?) You want to honor the moment, mark their hard work, and choose something that actually fits their […]

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Why Hashem Can’t Forgive You (Until You Do This) – How to Apologize Like a Jew

Every year as the High Holidays approach, we talk about reflection, forgiveness, and teshuva (repentance). But here’s the thing: most of us are apologizing wrong. We think a quick “sorry” is enough—but Judaism says, not even close. In this season leading up to Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, Jewish tradition gives us a clear path

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Is Converting to Judaism More Expensive Than You Think? | Conversion on a Budget Part 3

When I started my Jewish journey, nobody told me that the biggest costs wouldn’t be the obvious ones. Sure, I expected to pay for books, classes, maybe some ritual items. But what blindsided me were the hidden costs—the unpaid time off for holidays, the career shifts, the synagogue memberships, even the emotional toll of burnout.

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Why Is Converting to Judaism So Expensive? 💸 (And How to Save) | Conversion on a Budget Part 1

Converting on a Budget: Why Jewish Life Feels So Expensive I converted to Judaism as a broke student – and I wish someone had warned me how quickly the costs add up. Classes, books, synagogue dues, kosher food, modest clothing… it can feel like every step toward Jewish life comes with a receipt attached. That’s

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Amazon Prime Day for Jewish Converts: What to Buy (and What to Skip)

You’re Trying to Build a Jewish Life—and Suddenly You Need Stuff Books. Candlesticks. A prayerbook. A second set of spatulas. A better lamp for Zoom rabbi meetings.Building a Jewish life is beautiful—but it’s also a lot. If you’re converting, returning, or starting Jewish life from scratch, you already know that Jewish living isn’t just spiritual—it’s

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