Rabbi Braham David

Rabbi Braham David is the director of the Jewish Discovery Institute and rabbi of Congregation Beth Elohim in Acton.

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9/14/2017 Top Pick

What Is the Jewish Discovery Institute and How Can We Help You?

We welcome and support individuals and interfaith couples who wish to explore Judaism into Jewish life.

By Rabbi Braham David

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5/12/2015

Ask A Rabbi: What’s Shavuot, and Why Do So Few Jews Observe It?

For American Jews, Shavuot is easily the least-celebrated major holiday.

By Rabbi Braham DavidFor JewishBoston

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3/31/2015

Ask A Rabbi: Will I Be Accepted in the Jewish World as a Convert to Judaism?

I’m considering converting to Judaism but am concerned about my acceptance in the Jewish world.

By Rabbi Braham DavidFor JewishBoston

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2/3/2015

Ask A Rabbi: Our Son and Daughter-in-Law Are Divorcing, and She’s Returning to Catholicism; What Will Happen to the Kids?

There are many sensitive and difficult issues in divorce, the custody arrangements for the children being at the top of the list.

By Rabbi Braham DavidFor JewishBoston

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12/22/2014 Top Pick

My Husband Wants a Christmas Tree, But I Don’t

Christmas is the one time of year when we Jews feel different.

By Rabbi Braham DavidFor JewishBoston

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12/18/2012

I’m considering converting but am afraid of Jews questioning my status. Will that happen if I go to synagogue?

My advice to those considering conversion but experiencing hesitation is to visit synagogues in your area, and speak with their rabbis and members, particularly those who are Jews by...

By Rabbi Braham David

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10/3/2011

Yom Kippur for Interfaith Families

As an introduction to Judaism, Yom Kippur would not be my first choice.

By Rabbi Braham DavidFor Temple Shalom of Medford

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