Judaism And Jewish And Interfaith Rabbi

By Patricia Ross


There is much to know about this religion especially if deciding to marry into it. A Jewish and interfaith Rabbi is often called for when such an event arises and is there to help one through this process without a hitch. Becoming a fully fledged Jew takes years of practice and something that is not encouraged by this faith.

If starting a search to questions unanswered then there is no better place to start than online. Not everything is covered here so it is best to ask a Rabbi when the need arises especially over things that are of a more personal matter. It is a matter of choice but this becomes more important should one meet someone who is Jewish and does practice the religion to some extent.

The Jewish calendar is fraught with days to celebrate and days to mourn. For one the Sabbath day is one day of the week that is one of the most important days in this faith. No manner of work is done and these amount to all the work that was done when the Israelites had to build the tabernacle whilst wandering through the desert many years ago.

This day starts on a Friday night and extends to sundown on a Saturday night. With its commencement, candles are lighted by the woman of the house ushering in this day where a brocha or blessing is said. This is a custom held by all Jewesses worldwide and so it is not uncommon for a male partner to expect this of his wife to be.

This is the job of the woman who usher in the Sabbath day by lighting candles. The mishkan as it is called in Hebrew was where the ten commandments was housed during the many years the Israelites sojourned in the desert. It was built according to instruction and this body of work constitutes what type of work may not be done on the Seventh Day or Sabbath.

It is said that it is a holy day where the light of the Creator permeates all living things. The difference is noticeable compared to the run around lifestyle during the week what with its tasks and chores to be done. Weddings are not permitted on this day so it is best to plan for another but making sure that it does not coincide with the many festivals that are to be had.

There are many other days that are celebrated throughout a calendar year. Festivals such as Purim, Shavuot, Rosh Hashanah and Hanukkah are celebrated at their designated times of the year. These carry their own laws and customs of practice so it is worthwhile to dig a little deeper into their goings on.

It is not uncommon to even learn a bit online. Studying the many volumes of law and commentary is a mitzvah or obligation. Taking the time to do just this will prepare one for a wedding that may be in the making.




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