by mysticdeliria on January 28th, 2007

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If Judaism is passed down maternally, what does this mean for a child with a Jewish father and non-Jewish mother, do they have to convert to be Jewish?

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  • by nevets - badgicide on January 28th, 2007

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    Yes, they would have to convert.

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  • by Naturehelper on January 10th, 2008

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    This would depend on the Rabbi. Many would say that the child would have to convert, others may say that the child does not need to.

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  • by thatsJustme on January 16th, 2010

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    Ruth and Rahab converted...:)

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