Rabbi Maurice Lamm
Maurice Lamm is the author of many books, including <i>The Jewish Way in Death and Mourning</i>. He is the president of the National Institute for Jewish Hospice, and Professor at Yeshiva University's Rabbinical Seminary in New York, where he holds the chair in Professional Rabbinics. For years he served as rabbi of Beth Jacob Congregation, Beverly Hills, CA.
Articles by Rabbi Maurice Lamm
Choosing a Hebrew Name
As with a literal newborn, the convert as a spiritual newborn selects a Hebrew name and adopts Abraham and Sarah as spiritual parents.
The Beit Din (Rabbinic Court) and Conversion
Final authority for conversion rests with the three-person beit din, which rules on a candidate's sincerity, knowledge, and potential for success as a Jew.
What Motivates People to Become Jewish?
Motivations often change over time as converts learn and live as Jews.
Objecting to Conscientious Objection
According to at least one scholar, Jewish tradition does not recognize the right of personal conscientious objection.