ADOPTING HUMANISTIC JUDAISM
Becoming a Humanistic Jew
Can I convert to Humanistic Judaism? What does it mean to be Jewish? What IS Humanistic Judaism? And what are the next steps in adopting Judaism through SHJ? We’re glad you asked! These videos will answer many of your questions, and we’re happy to answer even more!
Humanistic Judaism includes as a full member any person — of any heritage — who “declares [themselves] to be a Jew, and who identifies with the history, ethical values, culture, civilization, community, and fate of the Jewish people.” (IFSHJ Second Biennial Conference, Brussels in 1988.)
We also offer a certificate and a Hebrew name if desired. Click here to read a brochure about SHJ’s Cultural Conversion program.
Humanistic Judaism uses the term “adopt” rather than “convert” because the person wishing to be Jewish is adopting both Judaism and our community, and that the community adopts those desiring to be part of the Jewish people.
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Welcome Carlie to the SHJ family! Carlie has recently adopted Judaism and has chosen the Hebrew name Levana Gibora! Read below to learn more about Carlie’s jo
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Welcome Jessica to the SHJ family! Jessica has recently adopted Judaism and has chosen the Hebrew name Chava! Read below to learn more about Jessica’s jou
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We are excited to welcome Erik into the SHJ family! Erik has recently adopted Judaism and has chosen the Hebrew name Rimmon! Read more about his decision to ado