Darshan Yeshiva

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• Why do you charge for classes? Shouldn’t education be free?
• What are your admission requirements?
• Do I need to start off in one program (such as the Comprehensive Jewish Studies Program) before starting the Darshan Training Program, Conversion or Advanced Jewish Studies?
• Do I need to know Hebrew to join?
• How long do your programs take?

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General Support 5

• If I cancel/suspend my membership and then later re-enroll, can I pick up where I left off or do I have to start over?
• I lost my password
• What is conduct unbecoming of a Darshan Yeshiva student? What happens in the event that a student displays conduct unbecoming?
• I want to get in touch with Darshan Yeshiva
• I left my program unexpectedly and wish to return. To what can I expect to return?

Torah Study Program 0

Comprehensive Jewish Studies 0

Judaism for Beginners 0

Darshan Training 3

• What is the difference between a Darshan and a Rabbi? Why don’t you offer rabbinic ordination?
• Why can’t darshanim perform weddings?
• What is the difference between a para-rabbi and a Darshan? Can I do this, then become a rabbi?

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• Is your conversion program Orthodox, Conservative or Reform?
• Will you turn me away three times?
• How long does the program take and can I do it faster?
• What if I am in an interfaith marriage/relationship?
• I want to convert but my spouse/partner isn’t Jewish. Will you help me?

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Jewish denominations 3

• Who recognizes your program? Is it legitimate?
• What movement (Reform, Conservative, etc.) and rabbi is right for me?
• Are your rabbis recognized?

Pricing 4

• What if I start with one rabbi, but want to switch to another?
• Do you offer discounted or free conversion?
• What if I decide not to convert after all?
• What does my conversion program tuition cover? What other expenses will I be expected to cover to complete my conversion to Judaism?

Being recognized as Jewish/Israel issues 5

• Can I convert with your program for Israeli citizenship? Are your conversions recognized in Israel?
• Will I have problems joining a synagogue if I choose your program?
• Some rabbis require mikvah/bet din/brit milah and others don’t. Which rabbi is doing conversions “right”? What is the right halacha (Jewish law) on conversion?
• Can I convert without brit milah, bet din or mikvah?
• Why convert? I have been living a Jewish life for years!

But I have some issues 1

• What happens if my mentor passes away, or is otherwise unable to perform their duties?

Technical Support 7

• I did not receive email confirmation of my account.
• I have signed up for the yeshiva. How do I start classes? Where do I begin?
• What kind of computer, software and other stuff do I need to attend your program?
• Why can’t I print some of the notes in the class or download the videos?
• A video in the classroom is choppy or ends early

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Financial Support 4

• What are acceptable payment methods?
• Where can I see how much I have paid for programs so far?
• Is Darshan Yeshiva a registered, nonprofit organization? Are the fees I pay for courses tax deductible?
• What is Darshan Yeshiva's refund policy?