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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]So if I tell you I'm Jewish, it means nothing until we get into a huge debate about what kind of Jew I am, or am not.

Sounds ridiculous.

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I am not Jewish, although the DNA does say I'm 4% . . .

I also have two good Jewish friends - one who's secular and "cultural" and the other who's fairly conservative.  My conservative pal will say that there are levels of acceptance among Jewish folks as to who's actually [i]really [/i]Jewish.

So yes, PP, you are being judged on level of religiosity.[/quote]

It’s not  levels of religiosity, it’s how Jewish you are. It isn’t everyone, but for some people if you’re not Ashkenazi or Sephardic by background (which represents about 90% of Jews) you’re not really Jewish. It isn’t fair but the perception is definitely prevalent. At my synagogue, if someone converts from Christianity, we accept them but think it’s a little weird. Again, not fair, but I’m just being honest here.[/quote]

Agree.  This is why I never advertise any jewish ancestry. I w as raised christian and would not and don't need to convert to Judaism or even practice Christianity.  It's just a fact and part of who I am and that's all there is to it.  It really isn't part of my life.  I had a neighbor who is christian and no jewish ancestry or upbringing and converted to judaism.  not only is it weird in itself, she was off the charts weird herself.  She had been in a mental institution and was very disturbed in many ways.  She was obsessed with Judaism and the culture.  My friends who are jewish said they know to stay clear of these types when they come to their synogogue.  I have kept all ancestry and religion out of all of my friendships and it works.  We don't need to prove any background to each other.

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Are you saying that converting to Judaism is "weird in itself"? One of my closest friends converted, and she did so because she preferred Jewish teachings, beliefs, and traditions. Why is that weird?[/quote]
Sorry.  I am just really upset about other things this neighbor did and after hearing about friends experiences.  There also just seems to be a strong cultural component to the practice of Judaism where one would feel left out if they did share that.  Sorry that I offended you.  I think I better sign off on this topic.  I've said enough.[/quote]
No worries. All is forgiven! :)[/quote]

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