r/AskJews

Hi, what are you think about reform women wear kippah?

I don't know if it's a coincidence, but the Jewish people I've seen always use old-fashioned phones like flip phones, which are those that only works for making calls and sending messages. Does this happens to everyone, it's a minority or a coincidence?

Hi everyone,

Although I did not grow up in Jewish surroundings, I have a strong interest in mythology, culture, religion, and in particular Judaism. I am currently reading The Essential Kabbalah by Daniel C. Matt and The Tree of Souls by Howard Schwartz. I am also working on a personal project in which I am writing a game inspired by these themes.

I have a few questions and would also appreciate any recommendations for good sources, different reddit communities, youtubers or books.

Question 1:
Can angels reproduce with humans, and is there any concept in tradition of a parallel or spiritual version of Earth where angels reside when they are not visible to humans?

Question 2:
Is there more detailed information available on specific angels, such as Puriel and Dokiel, for example angels associated with judgment and fire?

Question 3:
Are there any traditions or texts that describe specific locations on Earth where portals or connections to higher or lower realms are believed to exist?

Thank you so much for thinking with me, im curious to learn from everybody.

hello! i am holding a potluck for my birthday in a week, and i want to list the restrictions necessary for something to be kosher as part of the dietary restrictions needed in the potluck invitation, rather than simply stating "- kosher" since some people don't always know what that entails.

so, just to be safe, i wanted to ask you lovely folks what the best way this would be for me to put this down on my little invitation, especially as a non-jewish individual. (my sister-in-law is jewish, but she's too busy for me to ask!)

thank you! ❤️

Should I wait to get books to educate myself on Jewish mysticism (Kabbalah & Zohar) without diving in to Jewish mysticism (Kabbalah & Zohar) until I’ve officially converted to Modern Orthodox Judaism? (I may edit this to make it more concise, also are Kabbalah & Zohar a part of Jewish mysticism?)

idk why, but i always felt something missing in my life, had the money, women etc etc.
and when i asked someone about it, they said faith and hope, and first things that came to mind were jew's.
So i just converted and need help on how i should tread further in learning about the faith fully.
I have full conviction to do so.

I was adopted by a reform family. As a teenager, I received immersive, comprehensive education on Judaism for years. I answered questions before a group of knowledgeable orthodox jews, but they weren't rabbis. I did submerge in a mikveh. I recently started to wonder whether it was valid. the rabbi who oversaw it was kind of greedy and would earn a commission, we later learned, for my lessons. i've considered myself jewish since then, but am i by reform standards?

Generally Jews and non-Jews consider a dog (or cat or whatever) as a very special part of the family. So my question is - do Jewish families who have a pet dog consider the dog in some abstract way to be Jewish also? Sorry quite a weird question but interested to hear! Much love :)

Im not Jewish

Question to the Jewish nation. The question for my study of the Jewish culture: can Emunah or Bitachon grow? How do you feel it from your cultural context? My context is religion, but I am open to any answers.

Should I wait until I’ve officially converted to think about getting a mezuzah?

I am a non-jewish woman, and am a manager of a volunteer service. Within this role, I have recently taken on an Orthodox Jewish man to volunteer. I am aware of some customs but am admittedly ignorant of others.

I was wondering if you could help me in understanding customs.

I had arranged to meet him last week, and gave him the option of where to meet, but suggested a local office. He agreed, and it wasn't until after that I thought that one custom was not to be alone with a woman that is not family/spouse - the situation was that we were the only ones in this office. It was also the first time meeting him in person, so I greeted him but didn't offer my hand due to my limited understanding and belief that this would be against custom, but he actually offered me his hand to shake.

Is there different practices for different areas? Or just some people that are less strict? Or is it to do with my "managerial" position?

Thank you in advance for helping me learn!