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[quote=Anonymous]In orthodox/strict communities, husband may not be considered Jewish because his mother is not. However, husband considers self Jewish and had Bar Mitzvah. It was very important for FIL that his kids be raised Jewish and MIL was supportive of it - I think in concept and also that is the nature of their relationship. MIL still has not converted though has attended synagogue for 25+ years. Husband talked about how he noticed that MIL was never invited to participate in ceremonies - she always said it never bothered her.  MIL said that has changed in recent years.  I suppose a new rabbi was more accepting, but am not sure.  
Again, inlaws are both nice people overall.  Husband talks about growing up and father rigid and mother acquiesced. Husband and I perceive that MIL does what is easiest for FIL and therefore her (he can be a pain and change seems very hard for him). So while sometimes it seems not a co-dependency mostly it works for them and their relationship. In any case, while religion fit into this category, MIL was open to raising kids Jewish and it supported the way they relate.[/quote]

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