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Leniencies in Orthodox Conversions

6/25/2025

I recently learned about an Orthodox rabbi who is striving to find leniencies to allow more people to convert via Orthodoxy. There is a project going on in New York led by Rabbi Adam Mintz. I have not read through his website yet, but would love to hear your thoughts on his work.
His website is Rabbi Mintz.

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Standards for Orthodox Conversion in the East Bay

6/23/2025

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I asked the rabbis of the Oakland and Berkeley Orthodox synagogues to give me guidelines on the requirements to convert with them. They discussed it and jointly gave me this:

Prerequisites for starting the process:

Moving within walking distance of the synagogue that one attends.
Regularly attending services and classes for several months

Requirements:

A significant commitment to learning a curriculum focused on Jewish law, ethics and philosophy.
Moving to a life of full observance of Mitzvot, including orthodox observance of Shabbat, keeping kosher both inside and outside of the home, laws of family purity if relevant, and daily prayer.
A commitment to God and the Jewish people, in Israel and abroad.

There are obviously many more details, but this should be a helpful starting point for your website. Yasher Koach again!

I have found both of these rabbis and shuls to be incredibly kind and welcoming. I have friends who have converted at both synagogues. Consider these directives and if they fit you, contact the synagogue and begin attending services.

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