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"I know, and although I am unworthy of joining the Jewish people and sharing in their sorrow, I nevertheless desire to do so"

This feels like an echo of Ruth following Naomi, choosing to cleave to her in a time of loss and isolation.

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Jul 9, 2021Liked by Nellie Bowles

Base seems to have been created for Jews trying to figure out the meaning of a term that presumably bestows on them some sort of identity. It has also become a place for those trying to learn how taking on that identity will affect their lives. I imagine both groups will shape what we call Judaism in the coming years.

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This is beautiful! Our Jewish world needs to do better at welcoming new members and making clear that Gerei Tzedek are as Jewish as the native-born.

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