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Q: What is the best place to meet Jewish single girls in Chicago?
I am a 39-year-old single white Jewish male living in downtown Chicago, and I am wondering where all the educated, career-minded, single Jewish women around my age might be. I tried J-Date, but it's filled with inactive accounts, spammers, etc. and the phone systems don't have my class of people on them.

A: Your best bet is to meet with a shadchan, if you would like to be set up on dates. Try: http://sawyouatsinai.com/ http://www.frumster.com/

Q: Why have the Jewish people that I've known been the least pushy about religion?
I was just thinking about all of the people who have tried to convert me over the years, and I can't think of a single Jewish person that has tried. Christians and Muslims approach me as if I'm doing something wrong with my life, the Jews don't. I respect that... a lot. Why do they show more respect?

A: We don't believe in proselytizing. If someone wants to convert, it should be because they are genuinely serious about the religion and its' beliefs. We welcome converts but try to discourage spontaneity with the whole process. It can actually take anywhere from months to years before a conversion is done with someone. This is because it is important for people to understand exactly what they are getting themselves into. Judaism is not a walk in the park and questions should be answered (if possible), the actual texts should be studied, and any potential convert should have a good grasp on what they would be giving up/changing about their life. Judaism maintains that there are many paths to God and respects the fact that you don't have to be Jewish to be a good person in this world. As for respect -- We believe that we are accountable for our actions in life: If we wrong someone, it is our responsibility to try to right those wrongs. I try my best to treat people with kindness but I'm only human and prone to mistakes too lol. EDIT: -------- To the person who stated we control the economy: We control the economy? I figured I was just a broke college student trying to get by this semester .. who knew! To Khefri: If someone's mother is Jewish then they are considered Jewish according to Jewish law (there is no such thing as Jewish blood -- seriously). However, if that person takes up another belief they are considered an apostate. There is also no Heaven in Judaism: There IS Gan Eden (Garden of Eden): One's religious views does not mean they do not merit the benefits of the Divine. It is believed that we all end up in the same place. The "chosen people" simply refers to the fact that we *choose* to accept the 613 commandments: It has absolutely nothing to do with superiority -- please don't confuse Christian ideology with Judaism.

Q: Is it true that in the time of airplane crash on world trade center there where not even a single Jewish?
person in the building , It means that Israel knew about the plan before it happend and informed all Jews to evaquate the building , is that true or there are some Jews among the killed people in the accident.

A: Wrong -- that's yet another assinine conspiracy theory. There were people of all races & religions killed in the Trade Center. Listen, life is not like one of your mystery/drama TV shows. There are few "juicy" conspiracy plots. The explanation for most events is the simplest explanation. Get back to reality and stop looking for interesting plot twists for your bored, feeble mind.

Q: Who did not know jordan farmar was the only jewish player in the nba?
i didnt and it really surprised me and that the nba only had a single jewish nba player. who else is also surprised that the there is only one jewish player in the nba.

A: I had no idea. You'd think there'd be at least 3 or 4. AT LEAST.

Q: In what areas do Jewish, single, religious people live in Jerusalem? What are the options?
Please address these concerns if possible: Cost. Location. Atmosphere. Synangogue..

A: Hi there, The areas I know are popular are Kiryat Moshe, Talpiot, Nachlaot and Katamonim. Religious-wise, Kiryat Moshe is best. It's very close to different Yeshivas (like Mercaz HaRav) and there are lots of synagogues there. Also, it's right by the central bus station and not at all far from the center of town and the shuk. Next up would be Nachlaot. It's right by the shuk- easy shopping for people on a budget. There are lots of synagogues in that area too. (Pretty hard to find an apartment there, though.) Talpiot and Katamonim aren't really known for their religious atmosphere, but lots of singles live there. Synagogues- well, this IS Jerusalem- you can find synagogues everywhere. Talpiot has lots of shopping areas and Katamonim is near Tzomet Pat-close to the Malha Mall. Still, if you're looking for a religious atmosphere, I'd try Kiryat Moshe first. In general, most single religious folks don't have much to spend on renting an apartment. All of the areas I mentioned have reasonable prices for apartments. (You might want to consider a roommate, though.)

Q: What do you think about these statements made by Jewish leaders?
Ben-Gurion 1938: The state will only be a stage in the realization of Zionism and its purpose is to prepare the grounds for our expansion. Joseph Weitz 1940: "There is no room for both peoples together in this country..To transfer all the Arabs; not one willage, not one tribe should be left. Moshe Dayan 1969: "We came here to a country that was populated by Arabs and we are building here a Hebrew, Jewish state. Instead of Arab villages, Jewish villages are established...There is not a single Jewish settlement that was not established in place of a former Arab village. Golda Meir 1969: "There was no such thing as a Palestinian people...It was not as though there was a Palestinian people concidering itself as a Palestinian people and we came and threw them out and took their country away form them. THEY DID NOT EXIST.

A: Hey..this is cool... Dont you think that those statements started the whole thing?

Q: how can i get in touch with single jewish mexican men in mexico city?


A: if you're not jewish, you may have a hard time as the jewish community even in Mexico is tight knit and usually only marry other jews

Q: Where to meet SINGLE middle-aged Jewish men?
I am a widowed 50yo single Jewish mom, recently relocated due to a job change. I'd like to start dating. I'm in a smallish university town, and there are almost no single straight men my age at the one synagogue in town. Likewise my child's school PTA is pretty much just women. I even checked the local political campaign headquarters, but it's all women my age or young folks (university students). Any suggestions? JDate?

A: JDate has a well-deserved renown, but it's also got a pricey membership, and if you're located away from major metropolitan areas, the "pickings" may be slim. You might try JPeopleMeet; it's less geographically confined. Meanwhile, have you checked out the campus activities? Those too will be populated by mostly student-age attendees, but not entirely.... Wishing you mazal!

Q: are jewish people encourage to be nice to others?
i just moved to a jewish neighborhood and I haven't encounter one single "nice and friendly" jew so far, why? what is the view of jews towards non jews? please no bashing or stupid answers i just wanna know how are they taught to behave thank you

A: If they are Orthodox and especially Ultra Orthodox (black hat and coat), they keep to themselves because of not wanting to be preached to or encounter antisemitism. If you said hello they would say hello back to you. They aren't antisocial, just cautious. If you're in a non-Orthodox community, you shouldn't even encounter that much at all. I'm not a Jew and I've lived and worked in an Orthodox Jewish neighborhood for over ten years now. At first they were cautious around me, but as I was around and they saw me every day, they began to loosen up. After a few months I was getting jobs from them (Im a window cleaner, Im one of those guys you see hanging from tall skyscrapers, but I do residential work too if needed). Plus I was always interested in Judaism, so I began asking questions about it when I was in a position to do so. They were surprised and not at all upset that I wanted to know about their religion, and they answered my questions. Soon they were inviting me to study with them in their homes when I was there for windows, and then that progressed to me being asked to come and join them for study with them in their synagogue too. I am not allowed to take part in their religious rituals of course, but that's fine. I'm happy just being able to learn from them. So it can just take a while. Have patience, and remember that the Jewish people have been the most persecuted people in all of history, including having half their entire population exterminated a mere couple of generations ago in the Holocaust. Be friendly, say hello. Be aware that if you are female, and you are in an Orthodox neighborhood, there are strict gender roles. So address your greetings to the women, rather than the men, whenever possible. If you're a man, then address your greetings to the men, rather than the women. If you encounter a family with children or a woman alone with her children, never speak to the children first before the adult. If you're in a Reform Jewish area then feel free to say hello to whomever you choose of either gender. If you don't know whether it's a Reform or an Orthodox neighborhood, look in the phonebook under "Synagogues" and find the one in your neighborhood. It should be classified there under one or the other tradition.

Q: Jews, how was a Jewish widower treated in ancient Jerusalem?
Jews, how was a Jewish widower treated in ancient Jerusalem? I believe that a widow woman was given more freedom (within her limited options) than a single young virgin. That got me wondering how a man who had lost a wife was treated.

A: They are allowed to remarry after the morning period, but a woman wouldn't be able to marry a cohen (high priest). That was about it. In regards to men: The laws still applied, but not as lenient towards men. I will cite the source below, since this is a subject I'm not too knowledgeable in. The Torah says: “Do not mistreat widows and orphans.” (Exodus 22:21) Treating widows and orphans properly is a form of Tzedakah (charity) which, as explained, is the right response for the situation. Widows and orphans face the daily pain of a lost husband or father so this Mitzvah installs a societal safeguard around their aching hearts, making it mandatory to go easy on them. Not only that but widows and orphans are more susceptible to mistreatment and financial struggles and therefore needy of special consideration and support. “If you mistreat them, and they cry out to Me, I will hear their cry..." (Exodus 22:22-23) Notice the psychology here: The Torah says “...widows and orphans.” Why not widowers? What if the wife dies, stranding the husband with a bunch of small kids? There are emotional differences between the sexes, with men being tougher and women being softer. A man will tend to cope better emotionally and practically. God took this into account and tailored the Torah accordingly, so widowers don’t need that special provision. Same thing for orphans. Bereaved children have a much harder time than do bereaved adults. Of course, time heals and widows and orphans don’t remain pitiful creatures their entire lives, but it takes a few years to achieve full closure. During that time, extend yourself. Halachically speaking, though, a widow remains a widow until she remarries (makes sense) and an orphan is considered an orphan until he or she is old enough to support him or herself. How do I “not mistreat widows and orphans”? 1. Think about their needs and feelings and what your needs and feelings would be if you were in their shoes. Use common sense. Ask yourself “What could they use right now?” 2. Here’s the core of the Mitzvah: Do not talk toughly to them. Because their feelings are tender and raw set your mouth on extra-gentle and don’t speak to them in a manner that would be insulting. 3. Get them back on their feet. In life-insurance-ese, indemnify them: make them whole again. Restore what’s missing from their life as best you can. And don’t go hard on them. If the widow owes you money, wait a longer than you normally would before you ask for it back. If your student’s grades are sagging ‘cause he just lost his dad, look after him a little more kindness than other students. Pump up the praise, prune the punishment. Whatever your interaction with the widow or orphan, do what would be kinder and gentler than your standard reaction. ----- I know generally today, the community takes care of such issues personally.

Q: How to acknowledge a Jewish temple in the neighborhood?
Our local Jewish congregation is relocating, and their new building will be very close to my workplace. Is there some traditional way to welcome the congregation when they move in? New businesses have grand openings where we would drop in and say "hi" but this isn't the same thing. (There are very few Jewish people in this area and we want them to feel included but not singled-out, if that makes sense.) Snitzels, this is more a neighborhood than a business district; we just want them to know we consider them part of our neighborhood now and are glad they chose to be here.

A: That's a nice idea, & very kind of you. I'd say talk to the Rabbi. A great idea is to offer to sponsor an Oneg Shabbat. That's the snack after the service. (Jews, food, always part of the plan). It wouldn't take much, some prepackaged baked goods. If it's a Temple than it probably won't keep kosher strictly so while bacon wouldn't be welcome, even home baked goods would be nice. Plan for a month or so out so it can be in the flyer very clearly as a welcoming. Neighborhood people could join in the food, or come to services, or just put a banner on the table that says "Shalom from .....your neighbors..." The Rabbi will say that you sponsored, so everyone will know. It doesn't take much food, so don't go overboard. (Everyone ate dinner a few hours before.) If it's kosher get the regs from the Rabbi (which certificates are okay on the box) & buy that stuff at the local grocery or a kosher store. I think this would be perfect, since the Rabbi is always looking for sponsors. Another idea would be to buy something for the synagogue depending on what they need, like a yad (decorative hand used to read the Torah), or the Rabbi will know what they need. There may be an event or ad or something that needs sponsoring...

Q: How many violations of Jewish law had to take place for jesus to be condemned to death ?
Even before Jesus was brought to public trial following his arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane, the Sanhedrin had already assembled three times in secret and rendered decisions which prove, beyond a doubt, that the death-sentence of Christ was determined upon even before his public accusation. The first such meeting was held in September of the year preceding the crucifixion. This fact is made clear by St. John the Evangelist in his account of Jesus healing the man born blind, when he states “for the Jews had already agreed that if any man did confess that he was the Christ, he should be put out of the synagogue.” (Jn. 9:22) For only a solemn assembly of the Sanhedrin had power to pronounce such a decree of excommunication. In excommunicating Jesus’ followers, they indirectly declared Jesus a false prophet, and hence subject to the death penalty. Is this not a proof, as Nicodemus had implied (Jn. 7:51), that they had already condemned him without having granted him a hearing or listened to a word in his defense? The second such session of the Sanhedrin took place in the month of February, about four and a half months after the first session. The resurrection of Lazarus was the occasion that called the Sanhedrin into council at this time.(from Jn. 11:47-53) So the chief priests and the Pharisees gathered the council, and said, "What are we to do? For this man performs many signs. If we let him go on thus, every one will believe in him, and the Romans will come and destroy both our holy place and our nation." But one of them, Caiaphas, who was high priest that year, said to them, "You know nothing at all; you do not understand that it is expedient for you that one man should die for the people, and that the whole nation should not perish”. So from that day on they took counsel how to put him to death. We see then, that at this second council the death of Christ was decided upon. In the September session his death was proposed only indirectly, but this time the sentence is passed, the high-priest having himself declared that it were better for one man to die! This sentence was pronounced without summoning the accused into council, without witnesses, and without making any investigation of his doctrines or his miracles. Neither was it pronounced because Jesus was found to be seditious or revolutionary, but because it was necessary to put a stop to his miracles, and thus destroy the peoples’ belief in him. The sentence having been pronounced by the high-priest, it was ratified by the whole assembly “From that day on they took counsel how to put him to death.” It is a settled question; there remains to be determined only the time and the manner of executing the sentence. Have we not here ample evidence that the condemnation of Jesus preceded is arrest and trial? The third session was held about three weeks after the second, just two days before the Passion. Now the feast of Unleavened Bread drew near, which is called the Passover. And the chief priests and the scribes were seeking how to put him to death; for they feared the people. Then the chief priests and the elders of the people gathered in the palace of the high priest, who was called Caiaphas, and took counsel together in order to arrest Jesus by stealth and kill him. But they said, "Not during the feast, lest there be a tumult among the people."(Lk. 22:1-2, Mt. 26:3-5) We notice that at this gathering the question of the sentence of Christ is no longer debated. His death had already been determined upon at the second session. The only things that now remain to be settled are the manner of his death and the proper time for its execution. Now let us sum up the decisions of the three councils. The first council, in excommunicating the partisans of Christ, denounced him as a false prophet, and consequently guilty of death. In the second council the question of whether he should die was proposed, and unanimously decided in the affirmative. In the third council his arrest and execution were appointed to take place at the first favorable opportunity. We now ask of every sincere Israelite if the trial of Christ was not a fearful mockery and a lie. The subsequent trial of Jesus on the eve of the Passion entailed no less than 27 violations of Jewish law, any single one of which would be sufficient to nullify the verdict of the Sanhedrin. The article is taken from "Salvation is from the Jews" website by Roy Schoeman. He mentions 27 violations of the Sanhedrin's own laws, including the trial of Jesus in secret in spite of his popularity with the Jewish people, placing blame on the leaders at the time. http://www.salvationisfromthejews.com/Sanhedrin.html Too many polemics, no intellectual answers yet. Comeone, is this Yahoo answers or a forum for amateur atheists and human/culture anthropologists ? Any serious answerers here ? L'Chaim, your question has already been applied to Jesus by earlier minds. you would either think him a madman or impostor or really what he said he was. That's where proof (miracles) come in. Jesus did say that if you didn't believe what he said, then atleast believe because of what He did! Excellent reasoning Jim K, you've also answered eventhisidistaken and Miranda's questions applying the cunning of the Sanhedrin and how they got the Romans to execute Jesus on sedition charges, when they(Romans) were actually least bothered by his miracles or what He did. After all Jesus did tell his followerrs to obey the authorities. He was no political revolutionary who frightened the Romans.

A: Very good article...very well thought out. The only thing that is missing is that the Jewish authorities of the time could not, by Roman law, enforce the death penalty. In order to do that, they had find a charge that would get the Roman's attention. Thus, they chose sedition. Interestingly, when Pilate had the charge placed on the plaque above Jesus' head, the Sanhedrin complained. Yet it was that charge that enabled them to take it to the Roman court in the first place. (see John 19:19-22) My only critique of the article is the use of the Gregorian Calendar's months. Since the Gregorian Calendar wasn't instituted until the 1500's, I would be very skeptical of any claim that something occurred in February, September, or any other month, without citing a source for the conversion of the dates.

Q: Any jewish girls single on long island?
It is so hard to find for some reason, maybe just here, a single jewish girl around my age, (19) who doesnt smoke and doesn't (or not too much) drinks. Anyone on here like that?

A: No, sorry, they all left.

Q: I am llooking for a nice Jewish man.?
What is a good site for Jewish singles? Thank you

A: Here are a few. Good luck!