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I live in a country with Sharia law or a country that the USA does not trade with. Can I convert with your program?
Due to US law, we are unable to work with students in certain countries. For the safety of our students, we also cannot accept students living in countries ...
Wed, 16 Nov, 2022 at 10:34 AM
What if I quit the program then want to return, but the rabbi I picked is no longer available?
We will do everything we can to help you find another rabbi within our program. We will also speak with your former rabbi to see if they are available to wo...
Tue, 29 Jun, 2021 at 10:34 AM
What is your right of refusal? What factors do you use to evaluate submitted applications? What happens if my application is declined?
Darshan Yeshiva reserves the right to accept or decline applications for conversion based upon a number of factors. These include but not limited to...
Fri, 8 Apr, 2016 at 10:42 AM
What are bet din, mikvah and brit milah?
These are all terms used when talking about the steps toward conversion. Here are brief explanations. Brit Milah is a Jewish religious male circumcision...
Fri, 24 Feb, 2017 at 12:52 PM
I am under 18 and want to convert to Judaism. Can you help me?
While we do offer support to minors (less than 18 years old) whose parents are completing a conversion program, Darshan Yeshiva does not accept applicants w...
Mon, 24 Jan, 2022 at 2:14 PM
I’ve completed my Conversion to Judaism program, and I received a couple pieces of documentation. What do I do now?
Once you’ve completed your Conversion to Judaism online studies and settled your student tuition and fees payments (if any), Darshan Yeshiva will notify you...
Sun, 13 Oct, 2019 at 2:09 PM
Can I convert to Judaism and be a Christian or follower of Jesus?
Anyone, regardless of their religious past, can undergo a conversion process to become Jewish. Belief in Jesus as the Messiah is a fundamental tenet of ...
Thu, 6 Jul, 2023 at 12:23 PM