conversion

When called to the Torah, converts get a special lineage.

America's first Hebrew instructor taught students at Harvard College from 1722 to 1760. His career teaches us about the challenges of maintaining a Jewish life in early America.

Today in Jewish History: May 14, 2004

Tips from a Jew by choice who's heard it all.

How is Jewish identity defined?

An Ashkenazic Reform Korean rabbi explores her identity.

Judaism and Conversion. Converting to Judaism. Jewish Lifecycle.

In Israel some believe that Orthodox control of conversion is impeding efforts to convert immigrants from the Former Soviet Union.

Judaism's openness to newcomers has varied, depending on how strong and self-confident Jews have felt.